NHL Today: Zadorov Requests Trade; Penguins To Retire Jagr’s Number

Good morning, my name is Andrew Fantucchio. It’s Saturday, November 11, and here’s what’s happening around the NHL today.

Zadorov Requests Trade Out Of Calgary:

Nikita Zadorov has requested the Calgary Flames to trade him, according to Kevin Weekes of ESPN.

**Breaking News 🚨 📰**
Fresh off a goal and big hit tonight against the @MapleLeafs , I’m told that D Zadorov through his agent @GoldStarHockey Dan Milstein has requested a trade from the @NHLFlames . #HockeyTwitter pic.twitter.com/TRZqwcgyd5

— Kevin Weekes (@KevinWeekes) November 11, 2023

Zadorov’s request came shortly after Calgary’s shootout loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs last night.

The defenseman is in the last year of a two-year deal with the Flames and has a $3.75 million cap hit this season.

Through 12 games, the 28-year-old Zadorov has four points with one goal.

Jagr Headed To The Rafters In Pittsburgh:

Jaromir Jagr wore many jerseys throughout his legendary NHL career, and now, one is being immortalized forever.

The Pittsburgh Penguins have announced that Jagr’s No. 68 will be lifted to the rafters of PPG Paints Arena as only the third number retired in the franchise’s history.

The official jersey retirement ceremony will take place prior to the Penguins’ game against the Los Angeles Kings on Feb. 18, 2024.

Reinforcements Coming For Panthers:

The reigning Eastern Conference champion Florida Panthers have been depleted by injuries for much of the early part of the season.

However, it appears the Panthers are about to get reinforcements at just the right time, with Sam Bennett and Brandon Montour on the verge of returning to the lineup.

Both Bennett and Montour were essential to Flordia’s run to the Stanley Cup Final last season and would be welcome additions to the lineup.

Yesterday’s Scoreboard:

Sabres: 3, Wild: 2

Panthers: 5, Hurricanes: 2

Capitals: 4, Devils: 2

Maple Leafs: 5, Flames: 4 (SO)

Golden Knights: 5, Sharks: 0

Flyers: 6, Ducks: 3

Today’s Schedule:

All Times EST

Washington Capitals vs. New York Islanders, 7:30 p.m.

Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Detroit Red Wings, 1 p.m.

Dallas Stars vs. Winnipeg Jets, 3 p.m.

Boston Bruins vs. Montreal Canadiens, 7 p.m.

Calgary Flames vs. Ottawa Senators, 7 p.m.

Carolina Hurricanes vs. Tampa Bay Lightning, 7 p.m.

Vancouver Canucks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs, 7 p.m.

Buffalo Sabres vs. Pittsburgh Penguins, 7:30 p.m.

Arizona Coyotes vs. Nashville Predators, 8 p.m.

St. Louis Blues vs. Colorado Avalanche, 9 p.m.

Edmonton Oilers vs. Seattle Kraken, 10 p.m.

Philadelphia Flyers vs. Los Angeles Kings, 10:30 p.m.

More From National Hockey Now:

Carolina: Brett Pesce’s return from injury is forcing Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind’Amour to make a tough decision.

Boston: In light of Charlie McAvoy‘s recent suspension, is there a new standard for disciplining hits to the head in the NHL?

Detroit: With Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat and Lucas Raymond cooling off as of last, the Detroit Red Wings need their top line buzzing again.

Montreal: Analyzing the situation in goal for the Montreal Canadiens for the rest of the season.

Nashville: Is this former first-round pick still a fit with the Nashville Predators?

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