Oilers Struggle as Start Mirrors Last Season
Edmonton faces a slow start after three losses in a season opening homestand. Coach Knoblauch notes frustration but stresses need for desperation, while McDavid and Drasaitl push for better puck play and improved special teams amid personnel changes and a grueling schedule.
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Devils blank Utah as Casey and Noesen score
Jake Allen recorded his first shutout for New Jersey as Seamus Casey opened the scoring in the second period and Stefan Noesen and Nico Hischier added goals. Utah, hampered by Vermelka’s 30 saves, saw its four game road trip begin with a loss. In Boston, Reinhart and Lundell led Florida past the Bruins as Bobrovsky made 25 saves, keeping Florida in playoff contention.
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Norris bags OT winner as Senators stun Kings 8 7
Josh Norris scored 56 seconds into OT to lift the Ottawa Senators past the Los Angeles Kings 8 7 on Thanksgiving Monday. The forward, back from multiple shoulder surgeries, added a third period goal and an assist, helping Ottawa surge after trailing earlier.
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Parity Era defines NBA title chase and shifts in power
The NBA enters a Parity Era where six different champions in six seasons underscore the difficulty of repeating. With new CBA rules and luxury tax aprons limiting roster moves, teams face increased obstacles to building dynasties, as Minnesota's Karl-Anthony Towns trade and Wolves Knicks deal illustrate.
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