NHL Today: Breaking News

Avalanche Win Third Straight, MacKinnon Extends Point Streak

The Colorado Avalanche continued their hot streak on Tuesday night, defeating the San Jose Sharks 4-1 to win their third straight game. Nathan MacKinnon led the way for Colorado with a goal and two assists, extending his point streak to eight games.

MacKinnon has been on a tear lately, with 14 points in his last eight games. He is now tied for the NHL lead in scoring with 23 points.

The Avalanche are now 12-3-1 on the season, good for first place in the Central Division. They will look to continue their winning ways on Thursday night when they host the Vegas Golden Knights.

Maple Leafs Lose Fourth Straight, Matthews Out With Injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs lost their fourth straight game on Tuesday night, falling 5-2 to the New York Rangers. Auston Matthews did not play for the Maple Leafs due to an injury.

Matthews is day-to-day with a lower-body injury. He is the Maple Leafs' leading scorer with 17 goals and 30 points.

The Maple Leafs are now 9-8-3 on the season, good for fifth place in the Atlantic Division. They will look to snap their losing streak on Thursday night when they host the Edmonton Oilers.

Bruins Win Fifth Straight, Pastrnak Extends Goal Streak

The Boston Bruins won their fifth straight game on Tuesday night, defeating the Arizona Coyotes 4-1. David Pastrnak led the way for Boston with two goals, extending his goal streak to five games.

Pastrnak has been on a tear lately, with seven goals in his last five games. He is now tied for second in the NHL in goals with 15.

The Bruins are now 11-4-0 on the season, good for second place in the Atlantic Division. They will look to continue their winning ways on Thursday night when they host the Vancouver Canucks.