Chris
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Chris
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Trending sports/NHL writer for CBS Sports. My amazing wife @lynzyalyse.bsky.social. Terps. Philly sports fan. PSG supporter. Wrestling. Sneakers. Sports betting.
There's been plenty of marquee NHL performances as of late. In the latest edition of the NHL Star Power Index, I took a look at:

- Leon Draisaitl making history
- Brayden Point scoring at will
- Linus Ullmark putting together elite stretch

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NHL Star Power Index: Leon Draisaitl pacing the entire league, Brayden Point racking up goals
Shea Theodore has also proved to be a huge playmaker for the Golden Knights
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December 20, 2024 at 4:47 PM
The latest edition of the NHL Star Power Index is live. In the latest installment, I took a look at:

- Matthew Tkachuk putting up elite scoring numbers
- Matvei Michkov looks like the Calder frontrunner
- Adin Hill regaining his 2023 Stanley Cup form

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NHL Star Power Index: Matthew Tkachuk playing at an elite level, Matvei Michkov proving to be worth the wait
Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson continues to establish himself as a talented playmaker
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December 13, 2024 at 5:51 PM
Matvei Michkov just attempted a Michigan goal. He isn't human. #LetsGoFlyers
December 13, 2024 at 1:51 AM
The door has been flung wide open for Malik Washington to start immediately in College Park
December 13, 2024 at 12:40 AM
We all know Alabama is getting in the CFP over SMU right? Definitely shouldn't be the case but I'll be shocked if SMU isn't screwed.
December 8, 2024 at 5:02 PM
Surprise, surprise: Matvei Michkov scored another goal. Travis Sanheim throws the puck to Michkov in front for the slam dunk goal.

Michkov leads all rookies in points (24) and goals (11). #LetsGoFlyers
December 7, 2024 at 6:46 PM
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Matvei Michkov is en fuego. Michkov now has two goals and four assists in his last three games.

Definitely the Calder frontrunner early on this season. #LetsGoFlyers
December 7, 2024 at 6:36 PM
Cam Skattebo is a battering ram. What a run.
December 7, 2024 at 5:58 PM
Death, taxes, and Bryson Daily rushing touchdowns
December 7, 2024 at 1:31 AM
Don't look now, but the Penguins are heating up. They take down the defending Stanley Cup champion Panthers 5-4 in OT.

Pittsburgh has won four consecutive games and are just a point out of a playoff spot in the East. #LetsGoPens
December 4, 2024 at 2:59 AM
TARHEEB STILL @chargers PICK-6.

📺: #LACvsATL on CBS/Paramount+
📱: http://atnfl.co/watch
December 1, 2024 at 8:23 PM
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Jim Montgomery lands on his feet and signs a five-year deal with the St. Louis Blues, who fired Drew Bannister, to be their next coach.

Montgomery was fired by the Bruins on Tuesday.
November 24, 2024 at 2:19 PM
Saturday vibes #Terps
November 23, 2024 at 5:31 PM
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Tage Thompson isn't taking line rushes, so it appears he's out again tonight in Anaheim.

Sabres rolling with the same group:

Peterka-McLeod-Tuch
Benson-Cozens-Lafferty
Zucker-Kulich-Quinn
Malenstyn-Krebs-NAK

Dahlin-Byram
Power-Jokiharju
Bryson-Clifton
November 22, 2024 at 7:37 PM
I'm four songs in and I'm blown away by this Kendrick Lamar album. Not even a massive Kendrick guy, but I am really loving this record so far.

"man at the garden" and "squabble up" are my favorites out of the gate.
November 22, 2024 at 6:06 PM
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November 22, 2024 at 2:51 PM
Don't get me wrong, I don't think that Daniel Jones is a franchise quarterback by any stretch. Still, the Giants did him zero favors in terms of his development and surrounding him with talent.

Would be awesome to see Jones land elsewhere and thrive.
November 22, 2024 at 4:42 PM
The Golden Knights sign Brett Howden to a five-year, $12.5 million contract extension with a friendly $2.5 million AAV.

Solid team friendly deal for Howden, who has really found a home in Vegas. #VegasBorn
November 22, 2024 at 4:11 PM
It's Friday and that means it's time for the latest edition of the NHL Star Power Index. In this installment, I took a closer look at:

- Kirill Kaprizov making a Hart Trophy case early on
- Zach Werenski matches a franchise record
- Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen thriving

www.cbssports.com/nhl/news/nhl...
NHL Star Power Index: Kirill Kaprizov continues racking up goals, Mitch Marner helping to pace Maple Leafs
Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski continues to play at an elite level
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November 22, 2024 at 3:41 PM
This is art
The Raptors city edition court tonight has a Vince Carter-inspired logo to go with it 🔥
November 22, 2024 at 1:23 AM
So painful.
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin underwent further evaluation with team doctors. It was confirmed that Ovechkin has a fracture to his left fibula and is anticipated to miss 4-6 weeks.
November 21, 2024 at 10:38 PM
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Capitals coach Spencer Carbery said Alex Ovechkin is being evaluated by team doctors today and they will know more tomorrow on the timeline for his recovery.

Brandon Duhaime had maintenance day today and they’ll see tomorrow if he can play against the Avalanche
November 20, 2024 at 4:55 PM
The Winter Classic sweaters are nothing super special.

The Blackhawks are very clean and I do like the classic Chicago "C" on the sleeve. Still, not reinventing the wheel with them.

Meanwhile, the Blues are super boring. They could've ventured outside the box a lot more than they did.
November 20, 2024 at 3:15 PM
Jim Montgomery shouldn't have been the fall guy for the Bruins. Their forward group is lackluster and that's on the front office. They're missing Jake DeBrusk way more than I think they thought they would.

I really will be shocked if Joe Sacco fairs much better. #NHLBruins
November 19, 2024 at 10:45 PM