NHL Hockey Summary

In the NHL this week, Pittsburgh Penguins' captain Sidney Crosby made headlines by breaking Mario Lemieux's franchise scoring record with 645 goals during a 4-3 victory over the Montreal Canadiens, marking a significant milestone in his career.

Meanwhile, the New Jersey Devils faced disappointment as they fell to the Buffalo Sabres, despite Jack Hughes returning to the lineup after five weeks due to finger surgery and scoring a goal. The Philadelphia Flyers rebounded from a previous loss with a strong 5-2 win against the Vancouver Canucks, featuring two goals from their fourth line, while the New York Rangers dealt with injury challenges as J.T.

Miller was placed on injured reserve, leading them to recall Brett Berard ahead of a tough matchup against Washington. Additionally, the Tampa Bay Lightning secured a decisive 4-1 win over the St. Louis Blues, thanks to a three-point night from Raddysh.

As the league approaches the holiday break, discussions are also heating up regarding Craig Berube's position with the Maple Leafs, as the team struggles to find consistency.