The NHL landscape is buzzing with player updates as teams gear up for the season. Rasmus Dahlin of the Buffalo Sabres participated in the morning skate, while Carolina Hurricanes' Jack Drury faces a four-week recovery after hand surgery.

In Chicago, Blackhawks coach Anders Sorensen is optimistic about goaltender Petr Mrazek and defenseman Seth Jones returning soon. Meanwhile, Nick Foligno has returned to practice after an illness.

Across the league, various players, including Alexandre Carrier from the Nashville Predators and Bo Horvat from the New York Islanders, are managing injuries, while Toronto Maple Leafs' Anthony Stolarz is set for a knee procedure.

The Los Angeles Kings continued their strong performance with a decisive 5-1 victory over the New York Rangers, marking their seventh win in eight games.

Alex Turcotte and Warren Foegele led the scoring in the first period, while Quinton Byfield, Adrian Kempe, and Phillip Danault added to the tally. Goaltender Darcy Kuemper made 31 saves, and captain Anze Kopitar contributed with two assists.

The Rangers struggled, with Igor Shesterkin allowing five goals before being replaced, as they faced their ninth loss in twelve games.