NHL Player News

Martone scored a goal, added three hits and went plus-2 in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Penguins in Game 1.

Martone has gotten on the scoresheet in seven straight games and eight of his 10 outings overall at the NHL level. The 19-year-old jumped right in after signing out of Michigan State University. He's seeing critical top-six minutes and a power-play role, so Martone should be a popular pick for DFS contests and playoff pools, particularly as a steady source of shots and hits.

Vladar stopped 15 of 17 shots in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Penguins in Game 1.

Vladar did his part, and the Flyers' defense also looked strong to limit the shots he faced. The 28-year-old netminder won five of his last six regular-season outings, posting a 1.81 GAA and a .921 save percentage in that span. Vladar will be the Flyers' clear No. 1 during their playoff run, though the Penguins should be able to offer a tougher challenge in later contests. Game 2 is set for Monday in Pittsburgh.

Hunt notched three assists in AHL Calgary's 7-5 win over Colorado on Saturday.

Hunt only got into three NHL games this season, failing to record a point while adding nine hits and four blocked shots. He was at his best as a veteran leader for the Wranglers, putting up 18 goals and 63 points over 52 appearances. Hunt is under contract for 2026-27 and will likely operate in a similar capacity next year.

Kerins recorded three assists in AHL Calgary's 7-5 win over Colorado on Saturday.

Kerins went scoreless over four NHL outings this season, including two right at the end of the Flames' campaign. He's been excellent in the AHL, ending the season with 22 goals, 57 points and 118 shots on net over 56 appearances. Kerins will likely get a long look in training camp ahead of the 2026-27 season.

Brindley scored a goal and added two assists in AHL Colorado's 7-5 loss to Calgary on Saturday.

Brindley has earned six points over nine outings in the AHL since he lost his NHL spot March 26. The 21-year-old had 13 points over 56 regular-season contests for the Avalanche prior to the demotion. Brindley is in position to compete for a full-time NHL job in 2026-27, though he'll need to play at a high level to earn it on a perennial contender.

Olofsson notched three assists in AHL Coachella Valley's 6-4 win over San Diego on Saturday.

Olofsson has 32 points over 48 appearances this season, his best year in the AHL to date. That helped him earn an NHL deal in March, though he didn't get a call-up to Seattle after signing. He'll likely be in the market for another two-way contract at best this offseason.

Melanson scored twice in AHL Coachella Valley's 6-4 win over San Diego on Saturday.

Melanson has seen action in just 28 AHL games this season, but he's still managed a career-best nine goals and 19 points. The forward also had five points over 36 NHL contests for the Kraken. Melanson will likely get a chance to compete for a full-time job in Seattle during training camp.

Patera posted a 25-save shutout in AHL Abbotsford's 2-0 win over Ontario on Saturday.

Patera improved to 12-14-2 with a 2.63 GAA and a .910 save percentage over 30 outings this season. This was his third career AHL shutout. Patera also made one NHL appearance in 2025-26, allowing seven goals on 40 shots in a loss to the Panthers on Nov. 17.

Ford scored a goal and added two assists in AHL Manitoba's 6-1 win over Iowa on Saturday.

Ford has five points over his last five outings. The forward is up to eight goals, 26 points, 95 shots on net and a plus-5 rating over 52 appearances for the Moose. He also saw 15 games for the Jets, but he was limited to one assist, 10 shots on net and 27 hits in those contests.

Pickering scored a goal and added two assists in AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton's 8-0 win over Rochester on Saturday.

Pickering has earned five points over his last four outings, following a seven-game point drought. The defenseman is at seven goals, 28 points and a plus-16 rating over 68 appearances this season. Pickering has done his part to grow his offense in his second full professional campaign.