The first cheer for their new defenseman was expected -- when he hit the ice during pregame introductions for the Islanders’ home opener. But Schaefer later gave them another reason to cheer, fulfilling a lifelong dream after just 18 years and 36 days with his first NHL goal in the third period of a 4-2 loss to the Washington Capitals.

The Penguins are in the middle of a small youth movement with their rookies, and Harrison Brunicke's first career goal is a great sign.

New York Islanders fell 4-2 to Washington Capitals on Saturday. Their rookie Matthew Schaefer netted his first NHL goal early in third period at 4:28, with Kyle Palmieri and Bo Horvat earning assists.

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As Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin closes in on Wayne Gretzky's all-time goals record, the Great One told CNBC he has nothing but admiration for the player who could soon dethrone him. "Alex has been exceptional for our game," Gretzky said on CNBC's ...

Washington Capitals star Alex Ovechkin is commemorating breaking the all-time NHL goalscoring record with a limited-edition cereal.