To promote the passing of the torch, Modano attended a media event at the Empire Hotel in New York with Housley and the previous record holder, Joe Mullen. Another player was invited, an 18-year-old kid who had been selected No. 1 by the Chicago Blackhawks in the 2007 NHL Draft. His name? Patrick Kane.

Big night for Patrick Kane and a frustrating one for his Detroit Red Wings. The Red Wings wanted to revel around Kane’s record-setting night and their ability to pick up a point thanks to Alex DeBrincat’s two goals with less than two minutes to go in regulation.

Crazy night last night in the NHL. Not only were the Nordiques visiting the Bell Centre, but all but two teams were in action. Here are the results and highlights: The @Canes and @EdmontonOilers combined to make Jan.

The Red Wings had their five-game point streak snapped with a 3-1 loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday. Despite the setback, Detroit continued its strong defensive play, allowing three goals or fewer for the 10th time in its last 11 contests.

The Washington Capitals secured a critical two standings points following a 4-3 shootout victory over the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday night at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Michigan.

The NHLPA board is currently voting on the NHL's proposed 24-team playoff format, which would include the the Western Conference's 12th place Chicago Blackhawks and the Eastern Conference's Montreal Canadiens. In an interview with Sportsnet 590's "Lead Off ...