Key Highlights
- NHL games scheduled for Monday, including a nationally televised match between the Winnipeg Jets and Buffalo Sabres.
- The Jets’ top line of Kyle Connor, Mark Scheifele, and Gabriel Vilardi is performing well heading into their game against the Sabres.
- The Pittsburgh Penguins will face off against the Philadelphia Flyers in a Pennsylvania rivalry rematch.
- Simon Nemec’s hot streak continues for the New Jersey Devils as he aims to extend his scoring surge against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
NHL Games on Tap for Monday
The National Hockey League (NHL) has five games lined up for Monday, with two matches expected to capture national attention. The Winnipeg Jets will take on the Buffalo Sabres in a nationally televised matchup at 7:30 p.m. ET, while the Pittsburgh Penguins will face the Philadelphia Flyers in their second game of the season.
Top Line Leads Jets into Buffalo
The Winnipeg Jets are riding high with their top line, consisting of Kyle Connor, Mark Scheifele, and Gabriel Vilardi. This trio has been instrumental in driving the team’s offense, combining for 16 points (eight goals, eight assists) over their last five games. Their performance was evident as they ended a four-game losing streak by defeating the Nashville Predators on Saturday.
Buffalo Sabres’ forward Josh Norris is expected to return from an upper-body injury that has kept him out since their season opener on October 9, adding depth to their lineup.
Rivalry Renewed: Penguins vs. Flyers
The Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers will renew their Pennsylvania rivalry this week. In the teams’ previous meeting on October 28, Bobby Brink scored a goal and an assist, with his shootout goal deciding the victory for the Flyers over the Penguins.
Philadelphia Flyers are currently enjoying a three-game winning streak, while Sidney Crosby has been scoring at a historic rate against the Flyers. Over the past four games, he has accumulated six points (four goals, two assists).
Devils’ Nemec Hot on Scoring Streak
The New Jersey Devils’ Simon Nemec is making waves with his recent hot streak. In November alone, he scored six goals in 14 games, which is more than the total number of goals he scored in his previous 98 NHL games since joining the league in 2023. He will look to continue this impressive run when New Jersey hosts the Columbus Blue Jackets on December 1, 2025.
The Flyers are coming off a tough loss against the Philadelphia Flyers and are seeking to rebound with a victory against the Penguins. Meanwhile, the Devils aim for another successful home game against their rivals.
Ducks’ Sennecke Aiming for Record
Beckett Sennecke is close to tying the Anaheim Ducks’ rookie point streak record if he can extend his scoring streak into December. With seven points (one goal, six assists) in his past seven games, he has a chance to match Paul Kariya’s eight-game streak from 1995. The Ducks will look to bounce back from their loss against the Chicago Blackhawks when they face the St. Louis Blues.
Utah Mammoth and San Jose Sharks are set to play on Monday evening, with both teams looking for a positive result after recent losses and challenges in their respective seasons.
Schedule
- Columbus Blue Jackets at New Jersey Devils (7 p.m. ET; FDSNOH, MSGSN)
- Pittsburgh Penguins at Philadelphia Flyers (7 p.m. ET; SN-PIT, NHLN, NBCSP, TVAS)
- Winnipeg Jets at Buffalo Sabres (7:30 p.m.
ET; MSG-B, Prime)
- Anaheim Ducks at St. Louis Blues (8 p.m. ET; FDSNMW, Victory+, KCOP-13)
- Utah Mammoth at San Jose Sharks (10 p.m. ET; Utah16, NBCSCA)
The games on Monday will provide crucial points in the NHL standings and showcase some of the league’s top talent as teams continue their pursuit of playoff spots.
