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The New York Rangers traded Kaapo Kakko to the Seattle Kraken on Wednesday, ending the winger's tumultuous time in the organization.

Porter Martone and Matthew Schaefer have won together. They've also battled on opposite sides. The pair are now eyeing gold for Canada at the upcoming world junior hockey championship.

Two-time Stanley Cup-winning defenseman Justin Schultz is retiring after 12 NHL seasons following a short stint in Europe. The NHL Players’ Association announced Schultz’s decision Wednesday.

Connor McDavid lunged for the ball. Leon Draisaitl was nearby awaiting his turn. A number of teammates were also in the mix as shoes squeaked on concrete floors underneath Florida's Amerant Bank Arena concourse.

Boston Bruins (17-13-3, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Edmonton Oilers (18-11-2, in the Pacific Division) Edmonton, Alberta; Thursday, 9 p.m.

Winnipeg Jets (23-9-1, in the Central Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (11-14-4, in the Pacific Division) Anaheim, California; Wednesday, 10 p.m.

Seattle Kraken (15-16-2, in the Pacific Division) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (11-19-2, in the Central Division) Chicago; Thursday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Blackhawks and the Seattle Kraken take the ice in Western Conference play.

Pittsburgh Penguins (14-14-5, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Nashville Predators (9-17-6, in the Central Division) Nashville, Tennessee; Thursday, 8 p.m.

New Jersey Devils (21-10-3, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Columbus Blue Jackets (12-15-5, in the Metropolitan Division) Columbus, Ohio; Thursday, 7 p.m.

St. Louis Blues (15-15-3, in the Central Division) vs. Tampa Bay Lightning (17-10-2, in the Atlantic Division) Tampa, Florida; Thursday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Tampa Bay Lightning head into a matchup with the St.