Vegas has easily been the best story of this NHL season, making the playoffs, taking the division crown, and winning 50 games in its innagural season that has been nothing short of historic.
With the victory Saturday, the Knights move to a sensational 107 points, improving their stellar home record to 29-10-2.
Suter went into the end-boards awkwardly after taking a hit from Stars forward Remi Elie, seemingly twisting his leg and ankle in the process. He was helped off the ice and did not return.
"I got no update. I guess we'll know Monday," head coach Bruce Boudreau said postgame. "Suter doesn't get hurt often so when he goes off like that you worry."
The 33-year-old veteran is a crucial piece of Minnesota's blue line, registering six goals, 45 assists, and an irreplaceable 26:54 minutes a night heading into Saturday. And with fellow top-four defenseman Jared Spurgeon also dealing with an injury, Suter's potential loss could be crippling for a Wild club destined for the postseason.
Housley added that Antipin did go to the hospital, though he hasn't spoken to team doctors yet regarding the severity of his injury.
After the hit, Antipin was motionless on the ice before he was stretchered off.
"That's scary," Sabres forward Sam Reinhart told WGR's Brian Koziol postgame. "There was a reason why you could hear a pin drop in there for like 10 minutes. Hopefully, he can recover soon."
Housley wouldn't comment as to whether he thought the hit was dirty but is "sure the NHL will look at it," per Koziol.
The Golden Knights have retired the No. 58 in honor of the 58 victims of the Oct. 1 shooting. They are hanging a banner in the rafters with 58 stars and the names of the victims. #VegasStrong#VegasBornpic.twitter.com/8ydTJDvnCk
The Golden Knights continue to be a beacon of positivity for the Las Vegas community following the deadly mass shooting that claimed 58 lives in October.
On Saturday, ahead of their major Pacific Division clash against the San Jose Sharks, the Knights retired the first number in franchise history. The No. 58 will forever hang from the rafters at T-Mobile Arena in honor of those who died.
In the Sabres' 7-4 stomping of the NHL-leading Nashville Predators on Saturday, Eichel picked up five assists, tying Buffalo's single-game franchise record in the process.
It was also the Sabres' first five-point performance since Thomas Vanek did so in 2013.
He's missed 15 games this season due to injury and the team has struggled, but Eichel has still had himself quite the campaign. In 63 games, he has 25 goals and 62 points.
"I got no update. I guess we’ll know Monday," head coach Bruce Boudreau said postgame. "Suter doesn’t get hurt often so when he goes off like that you worry."
Suter went into the end-boards awkwardly after taking a hit from Stars forward Remi Elie, seemingly twisting his ankle in the process. He was helped off the ice and did not return.
The 33-year-old veteran is a crucial piece to Minny's blue line, registering six goals, 45 assists, and an irreplaceable 26:54 minutes a night heading into Saturday. And with fellow top-four defenseman Jared Spurgeon also dealing with an injury, Suter's potential loss could be crippling for a Wild club destined for the postseason.
There's a strong chance Hartnell will have a hearing with the Department of Player Safety for his action.
Entering Saturday, Antipin had 10 points in 46 games during his rookie season. The 25-year-old signed with the Sabres this past offseason after spending his last five full seasons with Metallurg Magnitogorsk of the KHL.
The Penguins are going back to the Stanley Cup Playoffs, as Pittsburgh's win over the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday punched its postseason ticket for a 12th straight season.
A season filled with ups and downs for the Penguins is coming together at just the right time, as Pittsburgh has points in 11 of 14 games down the stretch.
The Penguins are the second Metropolitan Division squad to clinch a playoff spot this week, as the Washington Capitals did so with their victory over the New York Rangers on Wednesday.
Pittsburgh's streak of 12 straight seasons with a playoff berth is the longest active run in the NHL.
Dermott had to be helped to the dressing room, failing to put any pressure on his foot.
Any prolonged absence would be detrimental to the Leafs' Stanley Cup aspirations. The 21-year-old has been a revelation on the club's blue line, displaying excellent puck-moving ability. Entering Saturday's game, Dermott led all Leafs defenseman with a plus-17 rating despite spending the first half of his season with the AHL's Toronto Marlies.
Despite his team's struggles, Nugent-Hopkins has had a stellar offensive season, recording 22 goals and 45 points in 60 games thus far.
Unsurprisingly, he has found further success playing on Connor McDavid's left wing lately, picking up 15 points in his last 16 contests. The two could continue to develop their chemistry if McDavid were to accept an invite as well.
The 24-year-old is no stranger to success on the international stage:
Year
Event
GP
G
A
P
2010
U17 World Championship (Canada Pacific)
5
1
4
5
2011
Ivan Hlinka (U18)
5
5
2
7
2012
World Championship
8
4
2
6
2013
World Juniors (U20)
6
4
11
15
2016
World Cup (Team NA)
3
1
2
3
The tournament begins May 4 in Copenhagen and Herning, Denmark.