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AP Source: Contract talks heat up between Sabres, Eichel

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) A person with direct knowledge of discussions tells The Associated Press that the Buffalo Sabres are in ”serious” talks with Jack Eichel in a bid to sign their franchise player to a potential NH- maximum eight-year contract extension before the start of the season.

Predators send Gaudreau, Kamanev to AHL, set opening roster

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Nashville Predators have set their roster for Thursday night’s season opener at Boston by assigning Frederick Gaudreau and Vladislav Kamenev to their AHL affiliate and designating center Nick Bonino and defenseman Ryan Ellis as non-roster.

Sabres assign Nylander to AHL to set season-opening roster

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) The Buffalo Sabres have assigned 2016 first-round draft pick Alexander Nylander to the minors as part of a series of moves to set their season-opening roster.

Laurene Powell Jobs to buy stake in Wizards, Capitals

WASHINGTON (AP) Billionaire executive Laurene Powell Jobs has agreed to buy a 20 percent stake in Ted Leonsis’ Monumental Sports & Entertainment.

Three's company; Pens eye first NHL three-peat in 35 years

PITTSBURGH (AP) The parade celebrating the Pittsburgh Penguins’ second straight Stanley Cup was still raging on that hot afternoon in mid-June when Mike Sullivan decided it was time to up the ante.

Hockey broadcaster Dave Strader dies of cancer at 62

FRISCO, Texas (AP) Hockey broadcaster Dave Strader has died after battling bile duct cancer for more than a year. He was 62.

McDavid deal ushers in age of NHL's millennial millionaires

Connor McDavid is doing his best to not make a big deal out of his big deal.

Lias Andersson sent back to Swedish League by Rangers

NEW YORK (AP) The New York Rangers have sent rookie center Lias Andersson back to his Swedish League club.

Crosby vs. McDavid is hot debate for best player in hockey

When Connor McDavid stepped on the ice for his first NHL training camp, Taylor Hall already knew hockey’s ”Next One” was the best player out there.

NHL stars pick between Crosby, McDavid as best player

The Associated Press asked 30 top NHL players to name the best hockey player in the world. One catch: players couldn’t pick a teammate. Sidney Crosby received 21 votes, Connor McDavid six, Erik Karlsson 1, two players couldn’t choose between Crosby and McDavid and one couldn’t choose anyone. A look at some of the answers:

Islanders look to get off to better start under Weight

NEW YORK (AP) After missing the playoffs by a point last season, the New York Islanders will be looking to get off to a better start as they begin their first full season under Doug Weight.

Tavares, Islanders hope for strong start, return to playoffs

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Sabres claim ex-coach's son Nolan after waived by LA Kings

BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) The Sabres have claimed forward Jordan Nolan a day after the son of Buffalo’s former coach was waived by the Los Angeles Kings.

Pittsburgh mayor plans to skip Penguins' White House visit

PITTSBURGH (AP) Pittsburgh Mayor Bill Peduto says he’s skipping the Pittsburgh Penguins’ Oct. 10 White House visit because of recent tweets by President Donald Trump.

Play like 1999: Cup-winning coach Hitchcock back with Stars

DALLAS (AP) The Dallas Stars would be just fine if it becomes like 1999 all over again.

Auston Matthews has hat trick in Leafs' 5-1 win

Auston Matthews and William Nylander are showing no signs of any sophomore slump so far through the pre-season.

Stanley Cup champion Penguins accept White House invitation

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pa. (AP) Sidney Crosby is backing the Pittsburgh Penguins’ decision to accept a White House invitation from President Donald Trump.

Sticks and slashes break bones, so NHL aims for less pain

When slash after slash broke one of Johnny Gaudreau’s fingers, he called it part of the game.

Kings beat Canucks 4-3 after shootout in China (Sep 23, 2017)

BEIJING (AP) The Los Angeles Kings beat the Vancouver Canucks 4-3 in penalties to win both of the National Hockey League’s first-ever preseason games in China.

In Shanghai, LA Kings win 1st NHL preseason game in China (Sep 21, 2017)

SHANGHAI (AP) In the first NHL preseason game played in China, the Los Angeles Kings used a third-period scoring spurt to put away the Vancouver Canucks 5-2 on Thursday.

Schultz's OT goal lift Penguins over Red Wings

PITTSBURGH (AP) Justin Schultz scored 27 seconds into overtime, sending the Pittsburgh Penguins to a 6-5 preseason win against the Detroit Red Wings on Wednesday night.

NHL hoping to make inroads in China with preseason games

SHANGHAI (AP) As the Vancouver Canucks held their first practice in Shanghai before their exhibition game with the Los Angeles Kings, a dense fog settled over the ice. The humidity in the arena was high and the players could barely see the puck.

Devils' Boyle diagnosed with cancer, expects to keep playing

New Jersey Devils forward Brian Boyle has been diagnosed with chronic myeloid leukemia, a type of bone-marrow cancer that the team’s doctor says can be treated with medication.

Predators name defenseman Roman Josi as 8th captain all-time

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) The Nashville Predators have named defenseman Roman Josi as the eighth captain in the franchise’s history, replacing Mike Fisher who retired last month.

Leafs goalie Frederik Andersen shapes up for season

TORONTO (AP) Goaltender Frederik Andersen has arrived at Maple Leafs training camp leaner than the past, crediting change to his workout regimen and a commitment to analyzing his diet.

Sanford, Bouwmeester injured during camp for Blues

ST. LOUIS (AP) St. Louis Blues forward Zach Sanford will undergo surgery and miss 5-6 months of action after dislocating his left shoulder during training camp.