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Alex Ovechkin of the Washington Capitals is closing in on the NHL career goals record of 894 held by Wayne Gretzky. Ovechkin has 868 goals after scoring 15 in the first 18 games this season. He needs 27 to set a new record.

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Macklin Celebrini came into the NHL with a ton of fanfare as the top pick in the draft and the immediate face of the franchise for the San Jose Sharks.

ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Alex Ovechkin skated by himself before Washington Capitals practice on Monday as he works to return from a broken leg .

NEW YORK — San Jose Sharks forward Macklin Celebrini was named NHL first star of the week Monday after recording seven points over four games.

NEW YORK — Edmonton Oilers forward Jeff Skinner has been fined US$2,000 for embellishment during a recent game against the New York Rangers, the NHL said Monday. Skinner was issued a warning after a diving/embellishment incident in an Oct.

Edmonton Oilers (13-9-2, in the Pacific Division) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (15-7-3, in the Pacific Division) Paradise, Nevada; Tuesday, 10 p.m.

San Jose Sharks (9-13-5, in the Pacific Division) vs. Washington Capitals (17-6-1, in the Metropolitan Division) Washington; Tuesday, 7 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Washington Capitals host the San Jose Sharks as winners of four straight games.

Florida Panthers (15-9-1, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Pittsburgh Penguins (10-12-4, in the Metropolitan Division) Pittsburgh; Tuesday, 7 p.m.

Dallas Stars (15-8, in the Central Division) vs. Utah Hockey Club (10-10-4, in the Central Division) Salt Lake City; Monday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Stars -142, Utah Hockey Club +120; over/under is 6.

Seattle Kraken (11-13-1, in the Pacific Division) vs. Carolina Hurricanes (16-7-1, in the Metropolitan Division) Raleigh, North Carolina; Tuesday, 7 p.m.