The Utica Comets faced the Laval Rocket in a closely contested match, aiming for their first win of the season. Despite a spirited comeback, the Comets fell short, losing 4-3. The Rocket initially surged ahead with goals from Owen Beck, Josh Roy, and Laurent Dauphin, establishing a three-goal lead.

In the third period, the Comets showed resilience with goals from Brian Halonen, Filip Engaras, and Justin Dowling, but it wasn't enough to secure points. Filip Engaras was injured during the game and taken off the ice on a stretcher, with updates on his condition pending.

The latest NHL prospect rankings highlight the top 50 players affiliated with NHL teams, showcasing future stars outside the league. Notable absentees include rookies expected to play primarily in the NHL this season.

Several teams, including the Columbus Blue Jackets, Minnesota Wild, and Chicago Blackhawks, feature prominently with multiple prospects. Ivan Demidov leads the list, showcasing elite talent, while other players like Artyom Levshunov and Alexander Nikishin also stand out as potential future stars.

In a solid performance, Jake Allen achieved his first shutout with the New Jersey Devils, leading them to a 3-0 victory over the Utah Hockey Club. Rookie defenseman Seamus Casey opened the scoring with a power-play goal early in the second period, followed by goals from Stefan Noesen and Nico Hischier.

This win marks the Devils' fourth victory in five games, while Utah faced its first loss after a strong start to the season.

Paul Cotter's two goals led the New Jersey Devils to a 5-3 victory over the Washington Capitals, marking his impressive start to the season with four goals in four games.

Despite Alex Ovechkin's assist and physical play, he was held shotless for just the 23rd time in his career. The Capitals struggled to capitalize on opportunities, while the Devils showcased strong offensive capabilities.

The Washington Capitals kicked off their 2024-25 season with a 5-3 loss to the New Jersey Devils at Capital One Arena.

John Carlson opened the scoring for the Capitals, but the Devils quickly took control with goals from Seamus Casey and Paul Cotter. Despite a strong effort from Dylan Strome and Tom Wilson, the Capitals couldn't overcome the Devils' lead, which included an empty net goal to seal the victory.