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On Sunday evening, the New Jersey Devils headed into Las Vegas to face the Golden Knights. It was Devils netminder Jacob Markstrom’s first game since suffering an MCL injury on Jan. 22. In an intense, tight-checking game, the Golden Knights edged out the Devils 2-0. Adin Hill stopped all 22 for his third shutout of the season. They improve to 36-18-6; the Devils fall to 33-23-6.
For a team on a back-to-back and on the road, the Devils came out flying in the first period. They created a few solid chances, but Hill stood tall. So did Markstrom, when necessary. Then play evened out but nobody found twine.
The second period started and finished in a scoreless tie, as both teams continued to stifle each other. The goaltenders weren’t tested much but did what they had to. Then the Golden Knights got an early power play in the third and capitalized as Mark Stone deflected one past Markstrom.
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A few minutes later, the Devils had too many men on the ice and Vegas capitalized again, as Hanifin ripped one past Markstrom from the blue line. Later in the frame, Jack Hughes was hurt after a collision with Jack Eichel and went right down the tunnel. The Knights shut it down the rest of the way to close the book on their 36th victory. They’re now 22-6-3 in their own building.
The Golden Knights will remain home to face the Toronto Maple Leafs on Wednesday; the Devils will travel to Dallas to face the Stars on Tuesday.
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Despite already making several roster moves this summer, the Edmonton Oilers might not be done just yet. According to Oilers Now host Bob Stauffer, the team could be considering another trade to trim its forward group. “The Oilers already got a lot of forwards right now,” he noted last week. “They might be moving a guy out.” Edmonton has retooled up front following several departures in free agency and trades. The additions of Andrew Mangiapane, Isaac (Ike) Howard, Matt Savoie, and Curtis Lazar were made to help fill those gaps, but there are questions about whether another top-six winger—and possibly a goaltender—are still needed to push the team back into Stanley Cup contention. In order to bring in more help — or at least create the cap room to discuss another move — someone may need to go. Would Henrique Be Open to a Bigger Role and Security Elsewhere? Despite having a no-move clause, Adam Henrique’s name continues to surface when it comes to a roster change. The Oilers are limited in what they can do unless an option he likes pops up. Set to earn $3 million this season, the veteran center may find himself bumped to the fourth line, a pricey role given internal options like Lazar or Noah Philp. The key to any move might be conving him that he’d have a great opportunity to increase his role and earn another contract on a different roster. The Oilers asked Henrique if he’d be open to waiving his no-trade clause. He declined. Whether they’ll revisit that idea down the line if he’s relegated to limited minutes remains to be seen. At 35 years old, Henrique might not have many years left. That said, a two or three-year deal somewhere would help him finish off his career, and he’s not likely to get that in Edmonton. How much does a chance to win trump landing somewhere that wants him and is willing to extend him? If not Henrique, Mattias Janmark is the easier forward to move. With no trade protection and a $1.45 million cap hit, the 32-year-old could be the odd man out—especially after a lackluster offensive year and a recent minor injury. Kasperi Kapanen, also without trade protection, appears safe after signing a new deal this summer. That said, if things start slowly and neither Henrique nor Janmark are moved, the Oilers could explore a Kapanen trade.
Stephanie White Puts Indiana Fever Players on Notice Despite Win Against Aces
The Indiana Fever’s starters turned in a strong all-around effort in Thursday’s 80-70 win over the Las Vegas Aces. The starting unit scored at least 13 points each, save for Aari McDonald, who registered nine points in 22 minutes of action. Indiana’s starters combined for 76 out of the team’s 80 points on the evening, which only means that the four other players who came off the bench accounted for just four points in the game. All that came from Sydney Colson, who went 2-of-5 in 18 minutes of playing time. Lexie Hull, Makayla Timpson and Damiris Dantas all failed to score in the win. Stephanie White Calls Out Fever's Bench Be that as it may, offense wasn’t even the biggest concern for head coach Stephanie White. In her postgame press conference, the veteran shot-caller called out Indiana’s bench for their lack of intensity on the defensive end, particularly in the first half. “Our bench has to be ready,” she said. “I felt like our bench in the second half was really good defensively. In the first half, I didn't feel that way. You got to be ready to come in and you got to be ready to guard your matchup and execute the game plan. "We have depth for a reason. We've got quality depth and we've got to be able to use it. So if fatigue is a factor in execution, then they just need to ask for a sub and I'll get them out and get them back in." It has been a bit of a busy stretch for the Fever at the midway point of the season. Thursday’s matchup against the Aces was their second game in three nights, and they will be back in action again on Sunday in a rivalry showdown against the Chicago Sky. White, however, isn’t accepting fatigue as an excuse. This is regardless of the fact that Caitlin Clark remains out with a re-aggravated groin injury. White is adamant that this roster has been built for adversity, and she didn’t hesitate to put her bench on notice after Thursday’s showing.
All signs point to Yankees moving on from Anthony Volpe
With the trade for Ryan McMahon now complete, it would seem New York Yankees’ general manager Brian Cashman has fulfilled one of his three priorities. He can now cross third base off the list, which leaves the rotation and bullpen as his remaining priorities. However, according to one Yankees writer, Cashman might not be done with the infield. Chris Kirschner of The Athletic reported this after the McMahon trade: “The Yankees may not be done adding to their infield. A team source said the Yankees are interested in adding a right-handed hitter who could play the infield.” Kirschner adds that the Yankees have had interest in Willi Castro and Amed Rosario. But the question now is, how would another player fit into the Yankees’ infield? Needless to say, Paul Goldschmidt and Jazz Chisholm Jr. aren’t going anywhere, and McMahon is just getting there. That leaves the low-hanging fruit. Anthony Volpe has been at the center of controversy all this season. His 13 errors, many of which had come at make-or-break moments, amount to the second-highest total in the game. In addition, his bat has not been able to compensate, hitting .217/.288/.408 with 14 home runs. There was always a lot to like about Volpe. He won a Gold Glove in his rookie year, his power has always been promising and his speed is nothing to scoff at. Unfortunately, his glove has become a liability, and his speed has also produced very few results. Volpe has swiped just 10 bags in 17 attempts. His power is the one thing that still has some upside, but it hasn’t been enough to justify a spot in the lineup. Both Castro and Rosario have been far more productive at the plate this season than Volpe. Kirschner doesn’t clarify how serious the Yankees are in their pursuit of another infielder, but that most likely isn’t available information. Having just turned 24, Volpe could still become the type of player that was expected from him as a top prospect. However, his recent performance has weighed heavily on his team’s efforts, and it may be buying him a ticket out of the Bronx — or at least a spot on the bench.
Red Sox's Top 1st Base Trade Target Becoming Crystal Clear
The Boston Red Sox's need at first base has been the story of the season, and the trade deadline is their last chance to address it. By Thursday, the Red Sox will have to find a replacement for the injured Triston Casas once and for all. The Abraham Toro/Romy Gonzalez platoon has done admirably for the last three months, but it's unwise to continue relying on it through the playoffs. But the Red Sox also don't seem to want a rental at the position. They seemingly weren't that close to trading for ex-Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Josh Naylor, and though there's been whispers about acquiring Ryan O'Hearn from the Baltimore Orioles, that's never seemed like anything close to a lock. The Tampa Bay Rays' losing streak has created another prospective option: Yandy Díaz, who is under team control for 2026 as well on a relatively cheap club option. And it sure seems like that's who the Red Sox are going the hardest after at this moment. On Sunday, Chris Cotillo of MassLive reaffirmed the Red Sox's interest in Díaz and named one reason in particular that they seem to be so intrigued: their concern about Casas' viability as the starting first baseman to begin next season. "Díaz intrigues the Red Sox for a few reasons," Cotillo wrote. "After Boston’s need on the right side of the infield increased earlier this week when Marcelo Mayer sprained his wrist, Díaz fits the roster perfectly as a clear upgrade over the Abraham Toro/Romy Gonzalez platoon at first base. "Especially intriguing to the Red Sox, according to a baseball source, is that Díaz is under control beyond 2025. Privately, the club is not guaranteeing that Triston Casas, who is rehabbing from a season-ending knee injury, will be the starter in 2026. Díaz is making $10 million this year (about $3.33 million in the final two months), then has a $12 million club option for 2026 and a vesting option for 2027 (based on plate appearances) that becomes a cheaper deal if he plays less." The 33-year-old Díaz has an impressive OPS of .820 this season. His Rays were swept by the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday, dropping them 3 1/2 games back of the Red Sox in the Wild Card picture.
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