The post-Christmas NHL action is heating up as we head toward the New Year. December 29, 2025, brings a fresh wave of headlines, from stunning individual performances on the ice to brewing trade rumors off of it. Whether you are tracking fantasy stats or following your team’s playoff push, we have the latest updates from around the league.
NHL Scores & Highlights: December 28, 2025
Sunday’s slate featured five thrilling matchups, including overtime heroics in Detroit and a goal-scoring explosion in Pittsburgh.
Pittsburgh Penguins 7, Chicago Blackhawks 3
Star of the Night: Justin Brazeau (Hat Trick)
The Penguins offense exploded with a season-high seven goals. Justin Brazeau netted his first career hat trick, while Bryan Rust added two goals to sink the struggling Blackhawks.
Detroit Red Wings 3, Toronto Maple Leafs 2 (OT)
OT Hero: Simon Edvinsson
In a tight Atlantic Division battle, Simon Edvinsson played the hero, scoring the overtime winner. Leafs’ forward William Nylander missed the game (day-to-day, lower body), while Knies and Robertson provided the offense for Toronto.
Tampa Bay Lightning 5, Montreal Canadiens 4 (SO)
Clutch Performer: Nikita Kucherov (2 Goals)
A back-and-forth classic ended in a shootout. Kucherov continued his Hart Trophy-level pace with two goals in regulation, and Brayden Point sealed the win in the skills competition.
Columbus Blue Jackets 4, New York Islanders 2
Comeback Alert: 3 Late Third-Period Goals
Trailing late, the Blue Jackets stunned New York with three goals in the final minutes. Kirill Marchenko led the way with two goals, overcoming the loss of Zach Werenski (IR, day-to-day).
Seattle Kraken 4, Philadelphia Flyers 1
Top Performer: Eeli Tolvanen (3 Points)
The Kraken grounded the Flyers thanks to a three-point night from Eeli Tolvanen, continuing Philadelphia’s road woes.
Latest NHL News & Trade Rumors: December 29, 2025
Beyond the scores, Monday’s news cycle is buzzing with roster moves and injury updates that could impact your fantasy team and the trade market.
- Oilers Shopping a Forward: Insiders report Edmonton is actively looking to move a forward to clear cap space, with Andrew Mangiapane or Noah Philp emerging as potential trade candidates.
- Flyers & Wild Talks: Rumors are swirling about a potential deal involving Philadelphia’s Bobby Brink and Minnesota’s Ryan Hartman as the Flyers look to shake up their roster.
- Injury Report: Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Ullmark is taking a leave of absence. Meanwhile, Chicago’s Frank Nazar is out with a facial injury, adding to the Blackhawks’ woes.
- History Watch: Alex Ovechkin sits at 15 goals this season as he continues his march toward the all-time record, with the Capitals facing Florida tonight.
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