{"id":10927,"date":"2024-04-14T10:21:27","date_gmt":"2024-04-14T02:21:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/24hscore.org\/news\/?p=10927"},"modified":"2024-04-14T10:21:32","modified_gmt":"2024-04-14T02:21:32","slug":"nhl-weekly-recap-skinners-milestone-nedeljkovics-heroism","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/24hscore.net\/news\/icehockey\/nhl-weekly-recap-skinners-milestone-nedeljkovics-heroism\/","title":{"rendered":"This week in NHL news: Skinner hits an unwelcome record and a car gets a toilet paper wrapper."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As another eventful week in the NHL draws to a close, let&#8217;s delve into the highlights, standout performances, and intriguing moments that have captivated fans and experts alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Top Performers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The race for the Art Ross Trophy, awarded to the league&#8217;s top scorer, is reaching its climax, with familiar names like Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid, and Nikita Kucherov battling for supremacy. However, it was Kucherov who stole the show last week, amassing an impressive nine assists to solidify his position atop the scoring charts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/24hscore.net\/icehockey\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Live updates for ice hockey<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"GOTTA SEE IT: Rangers And Devils Engage In A Line Brawl Moments After Puck Drop\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/phGAeWcsSw8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the goaltending department, Pittsburgh Penguins&#8217; backup netminder Alex Nedeljkovic emerged as a pivotal figure, backstopping his team to victory in all four of his appearances. Facing formidable opponents like the New York Rangers and Tampa Bay Lightning, Nedeljkovic showcased his resilience, conceding just 10 goals while maintaining an impressive save percentage of 91.7%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Flames vs Canucks line brawl Jan 18, 2014\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/gbgJhPR_crU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Notable Moments<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NHL witnessed a bittersweet milestone as Jeff Skinner of the Buffalo Sabres marked his 1,000th game in the league. Despite boasting an impressive career tally of 357 goals, Skinner&#8217;s achievement was tempered by the fact that he has yet to compete for the coveted Stanley Cup\u2014an elusive honor that has eluded him throughout his tenure in the league.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meanwhile, Ottawa Senators&#8217; captain Brady Tkachuk made headlines with his physical prowess, setting a new NHL record with an astounding 16 hits in a single game against the New Jersey Devils. Despite his team&#8217;s struggles, Tkachuk&#8217;s relentless determination and tenacity have been a silver lining in an otherwise challenging season for the Senators.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Nathan MacKinnon (48-85\u2014133 in 78 GP) had two assists for the <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/Avalanche?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">@Avalanche<\/a> on Sunday and sits three points back of League leader Nikita Kucherov (43-93\u2014136 in 76 GP) in the Art Ross Trophy race.<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/NHLStats?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">#NHLStats<\/a>: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/rY5jmk5H88\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/t.co\/rY5jmk5H88<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/hw2DzRGfmj\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/hw2DzRGfmj<\/a><\/p>&mdash; NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PR_NHL\/status\/1777194525699527062?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">April 8, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Social Media Buzz<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A controversial decision by the referees during a game between the Florida Panthers and Montreal Canadiens sparked widespread debate on social media. Despite initially disallowing a goal to the Canadiens, citing a &#8220;communication error,&#8221; the team ultimately emerged victorious with a 5-3 win over the Panthers, much to the surprise of onlookers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">ALEX NEDELJKOVIC AT THE BUZZER<br><br>The Pens survive Tampa Bay&#39;s comeback bid and now occupy the 2nd Wild Card spot! ?? <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/EBm6tuoIAa\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/EBm6tuoIAa<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Gino Hard (@GinoHard_) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/GinoHard_\/status\/1776698739497034157?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">April 6, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Off-Ice Antics<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In a lighter moment off the ice, Colorado Avalanche forward Brandon Duhaime found himself at the center of a playful prank when his teammate, goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury, discovered his car wrapped in toilet paper upon arriving in Minnesota. Despite Duhaime&#8217;s protests of innocence, Fleury playfully acknowledged his role in the prank, adding a touch of camaraderie to the team&#8217;s dynamic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Jeff Skinner became the 11th-youngest player in NHL history to reach the 1,000-game milestone. The only active player who achieved the feat at a younger age is Anze Kopitar (31 years, 220 days on April 1, 2019).<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/NHLStats?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">#NHLStats<\/a>: <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/wPFGi9zlHo\" rel=\"nofollow\">https:\/\/t.co\/wPFGi9zlHo<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/oMqyIOlJAE\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/oMqyIOlJAE<\/a><\/p>&mdash; NHL Public Relations (@PR_NHL) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PR_NHL\/status\/1775321361352658946?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">April 3, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Expert Analysis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Former NHL player and Flashscore expert Ladislav Smid weighed in on the recent clash between the New York Rangers and New Jersey Devils, highlighting the intensity of the rivalry and the importance of upholding the sport&#8217;s unwritten rules. Drawing from his own experiences, Smid emphasized the significance of physicality and passion in hockey, reminiscing about his own memorable encounters on the ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Brady Tkachuk hits tonight by victim:<br><br>7x Brenden Smith<br>1x Timo Meier<br>1x Dawson Mercer<br>1x Nick DeSimone<br>1x Luke Hughes<br>1x Simon Nemec<br>1x Kevin Bahl<br>1x Erik Haula<br><br>16 hits total, the most ever officially recorded in a game. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/SDZnlHsZ4Y\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/SDZnlHsZ4Y<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Big Head Hockey (@BigHeadHcky) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/BigHeadHcky\/status\/1776862582575354339?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">April 7, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As the NHL season continues to unfold, each week brings new surprises, challenges, and moments of triumph. Stay tuned for more updates and insights from the world of professional hockey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">The refs came out and called a good goal for the Habs initially, but then overturned it due to a &quot;mistake in communication&quot;. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/7xO5c0hWJR\" rel=\"nofollow\">pic.twitter.com\/7xO5c0hWJR<\/a><\/p>&mdash; TSN (@TSN_Sports) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TSN_Sports\/status\/1775318038809542999?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">April 3, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As another eventful week in the NHL draws to a close, let&#8217;s delve into the highlights, standout performances, and intriguing moments that have captivated fans and experts alike. 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