NHL Hockey Summary

In NHL news, the Dallas Stars have suffered a significant blow as forward Tyler Seguin is expected to miss the remainder of the season due to a torn ACL in his right knee, which he sustained during a confrontation with the New York Rangers' Vladislav Gavrikov.

Meanwhile, in a notable return, goalie Carter Hart made his first NHL appearance in almost two years, debuting for the Vegas Golden Knights after being acquitted of sexual assault charges from 2018. On the ice, the Anaheim Ducks managed to end the Washington Capitals' six-game winning streak with a 4-3 victory in a shootout, showcasing a strong bounce-back performance after a previous lopsided loss.

Additionally, NHL games have been trending towards overtime, with 27.3% of games going past regulation, which could indicate a shift in competitive dynamics this season. The league is also keeping an eye on potential issues regarding the ice size for the upcoming Olympics, though there are currently no indications that they would withdraw from the event, despite concerns about the hockey arena's status.