Sunday brings a fresh wave of NHL news, following a chaotic Saturday slate that saw historic milestones, improbable comebacks, and trade rumors heating up across the league.
The headline story remains Nathan MacKinnon, who continues to cement his legacy in Colorado. In a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory against the New York Rangers, MacKinnon scored twice, including the game-winner. This performance tied him with Joe Sakic for the franchise goal-scoring record at 391 goals. With the Avalanche sitting comfortably atop the league standings, MacKinnon’s MVP campaign is gaining undeniable momentum.
Meanwhile, in Sunrise, the Florida Panthers proved no lead is safe. Down 4-1 to the Columbus Blue Jackets midway through the second period, the Panthers clawed their way back in a 7-6 overtime thriller. Sam Bennett played the hero, netting the OT winner, while Brad Marchand chipped in with a goal and three assists. It was a heartbreaker for Columbus but a statement regarding Florida’s resilience.
Elsewhere, the trade market is buzzing. Rumors are swirling around Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes. With contract uncertainty looming and the Canucks struggling to find consistency, reports suggest the Detroit Red Wings and New Jersey Devils are monitoring the situation closely. A move for a player of Hughes’ caliber would be a league-altering blockbuster.
NHL Game Scores and Notes from December 6, 2025
| Away Team | Score | Home Team | Score | Notes |
| Avalanche | 3 | Rangers | 2 (OT) | MacKinnon ties franchise goal record (391) with OT winner. |
| Blue Jackets | 6 | Panthers | 7 (OT) | Panthers erase 4-1 deficit; Bennett scores OT winner. |
| Canadiens | 2 | Maple Leafs | 1 (SO) | Texier scores shootout winner; Caufield extends point streak to 10. |
| Hurricanes | 6 | Predators | 3 | Jackson Blake (2G, 1A) and Ehlers (1G, 2A) lead Canes offense. |
| Blues | 2 | Senators | 1 | Joel Hofer stellar with 41 saves; Neighbours scores twice. |
| Islanders | 2 | Lightning | 0 | Ilya Sorokin earns the shutout with 32 saves. |
| Oilers | 6 | Jets | 2 | Edmonton offense explodes; McDavid dominates in regulation. |
| Red Wings | 4 | Kraken | 3 | Wings edge out Seattle in a tight contest. |
| Wild | 2 | Canucks | 4 | Vancouver snaps losing streak; Hughes strong on the blue line. |
| Blackhawks | 0 | Kings | 6 | Total domination by LA; Kempe shines in blowout. |
| Devils | 1 | Bruins | 4 | Swayman solid in net; Bruins stifle New Jersey attack. |
| Mammoth | 0 | Flames | 2 | Wolf earns the shutout; Calgary defense locks down Utah. |
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