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Columbus built a 3-0 lead, surrendered it under heavy pressure, then beat Philadelphia in overtime on a Kent Johnson and Adam Fantilli connection.
Columbus carries a two-game streak into Raleigh, where Carolina’s 10-2-2 start will test its defensive structure and emerging young scorers.
Columbus rallied late on goals from Denton Mateychuk and Kent Johnson, but Carolina’s early lead proved decisive in a 3-2 Blue Jackets loss.
Columbus visits Dallas with two priorities: sustain its effort for 60 minutes and find more scoring beyond the top line.
Columbus pressed Dallas late, but a power-play goal, a last-second first-period strike and a disallowed tally proved too much to overcome.
The Blue Jackets prospect has 14 points in seven games for Western Michigan, including a four-goal outburst that puts him in the Hobey Baker conversation.
Columbus’ new sweater has a sharp cannon and thoughtful details, but its gray base clashes with the history the design is meant to celebrate.
Columbus finished October 5-7-0, with weak scoring, middling five-on-five numbers and struggling special teams all weighing on its start.
Toronto looks to rebound from a 4-1 loss as San Jose arrives with a slightly stronger record and a young lineup led by Macklin Celebrini.
Toronto arrives off a 3-1 win, while Columbus looks to find more offence after two straight losses. Roslovic gets a hometown spotlight.
Toronto brings improved penalty killing to Edmonton, where the Oilers’ scoring threat and likely Tristan Jarry start set the terms.
Toronto brings a 7-2 win into Calgary, where the Flames’ shot volume and Devin Cooley’s recent form could shape a fast, open game.
Toronto visits Seattle after a 5-2 defeat, with both teams managing uneven defensive results and several key Leafs listed week-to-week.
Vegas’ 397-game sellout streak ended with an estimated crowd below 13,000, putting renewed focus on ticket value and the club’s ties to fans.
The return of Vegas’ 2017-18 team reminded current Golden Knights that the joy of playing together still sits at the heart of the club.
Theodore is blocking more shots and firing more often, giving Vegas a bigger two-way presence through its first seven games.
Vegas has at least 11 points through eight games for a fifth straight season, with Ryan Craig’s lineup giving young contributors room to make an impact.
Vegas has 279 shots through nine games, with wrist and snap shots driving much of its early scoring.
Vegas and Edmonton lead the Pacific in early projections, while six division rivals sit below a .500 points percentage.
Vegas has allowed a power-play goal in four straight games. The fix starts with protecting the crease and choosing better moments to pressure.