Auston Matthews and the Leafs get a big win over Colorado, showing signs of hitting their stride at the right time. Alex Ovechkin seems to be calling his shot in pursuit of the NHL's all-time goal record—should he avoid an empty-netter for history’s sake? Josh Anderson escaped a major injury thanks to cut-resistant gear, highlighting the evolution of player safety. In Montreal, Kent Hughes preaches patience in free agency, amid rumours about a dream scenario involving Sidney Crosby. Plus, updates on goalie interference reviews and the NHL’s decentralized draft in LA.

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