Mikko Rantanen shone in his 600th NHL game, netting a hat trick and two assists as the Colorado Avalanche triumphed over the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-2.
Nathan MacKinnon contributed significantly with a goal and four assists. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Flyers ended their losing streak by defeating the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-3, with Travis Konecny scoring twice.
In other action, the Carolina Hurricanes edged the San Jose Sharks 3-2, and the Toronto Maple Leafs secured a thrilling overtime win against the New Jersey Devils, thanks to Auston Matthews' decisive goal.
