National Hockey

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Devan Dubnyk made 32 saves, and Minnesota's early three-goal lead held up in 3-2 win over the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The last-place Buffalo Sabres are suddenly playing havoc with the Eastern Conference's top teams — and without their top offensive threat, Jack Eichel, no less.

NEW YORK — The last time Columbus was in Brooklyn just 10 days ago, it didn't have much to show after a flurry of shots in the first period and then let a lead after 40 minutes slip away in a loss.

BOSTON — The Boston Bruins made up for a slow start with an impressive finish. Patrice Bergeron played a key role.

PITTSBURGH — It was a big night for two of the youngest Pittsburgh Penguins. The same can be said for a longtime NHL veteran, now formerly with the Ottawa Senators.

PHILADELPHIA — Taylor Hall answered a vicious check in the best possible way — by netting the tying goal that helped the Devils snap a four-game losing streak.

RALEIGH, N.C. — Even as an offensive-minded defenceman , earning a hat trick never really entered Justin Faulk's mind. That changed Tuesday night.

SEATTLE — The group looking to bring professional hockey to Seattle has taken the next step in the pursuit of an NHL franchise.

Philadelphia Flyers goalie Brian Elliott had abdominal surgery on Tuesday and will be out 5 to 6 weeks, general manager Ron Hextall said.

MONTREAL — The Montreal Canadiens have signed goaltender Charlie Lindgren to a three-year contract extension. The American native has played in eight NHL games with Montreal this season with a .924 save percentage.