NHL roundup: Steven Stamkos nets 4, Lightning halt Oilers' win streak

Stamkos achieved a remarkable milestone in his career by scoring four goals in a single game, marking his first-ever four-goal game. Additionally, he reached his 200th career power-play goal, further solidifying his prowess on the ice. Assisting Stamkos in this impressive victory, Kucherov contributed with a goal and two assists, while Sheary provided two assists. Motte and Cirelli also made their mark by adding goals to Tampa Bay's tally.

On the other side, Edmonton's Nugent-Hopkins showcased his skills by scoring a goal and assisting twice. Nurse displayed his versatility by scoring a short-handed goal, while McDavid and Hyman capitalized on power-play opportunities to contribute goals for their team. Skinner, Edmonton's goaltender, made 17 saves to help his team throughout the game.

In a commanding performance, the Vancouver Canucks secured a 4-0 victory against the Florida Panthers. Dakota Joshua netted two goals, and goaltender Thatcher Demko achieved his third shutout of the season. Other goal contributors were Brock Boeser and Andrei Kuzmenko, extending the Canucks' winning streak to four games. Boeser's impressive nine-game streak includes nine goals and 14 points. Demko, making 36 saves, earned his sixth career shutout on the night Roberto Luongo joined the Canucks' Ring of Honour. Meanwhile, Sergei Bobrovsky, the Panthers' starting goalie, stopped 13 of 17 shots before being pulled after the second period.

In another game, the St. Louis Blues emerged victorious with a 4-2 win over the Ottawa Senators. Robert Thomas scored twice and assisted in Drew Bannister's coaching debut, following the Blues' coaching change. Pavel Buchnevich and Brandon Saad also contributed goals, breaking the Blues' four-game losing streak. Jordan Binnington made 32 saves, securing the win for St. Louis. For the Senators, Dominik Kubalik and Mathieu Joseph scored, and Joonas Korpisalo made 26 saves.

In a thrilling contest, the Columbus Blue Jackets prevailed 6-5 in overtime against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Kent Johnson, with his second goal of the game, secured the win for Columbus after a remarkable third-period comeback by the Maple Leafs, who scored five goals to force overtime. Auston Matthews scored twice in the final two minutes of the third period to level the score, but Johnson's overtime goal sealed the victory for Columbus.

Carolina secured a 2-1 victory against Detroit, with Pyotr Kochetkov making 25 crucial saves. Jack Drury and Jordan Staal notched goals for the Hurricanes, breaking a four-game losing streak, and Staal's goal in the second period sealed the win.

Minnesota triumphed 3-2 over Calgary, with Matt Boldy scoring in regulation and securing the shootout winner. Mats Zuccarello also contributed to the shootout success. The Wild, under coach John Hynes, claimed their sixth win in eight games.

Seattle dominated Chicago with a 7-1 victory, featuring two goals from Kailer Yamamoto. Oliver Bjorkstrand, Tye Kartye, Eeli Tolvanen, Jared McCann, and Pierre-Edouard Bellemare also scored. The Kraken, overcoming an eight-game skid, celebrated their second consecutive win.

Philadelphia staged a comeback, defeating Washington 4-3 in a shootout. Sean Couturier and Bobby Brink scored in the shootout, while Joel Farabee, Owen Tippett, and Brink found the net in regulation for the Flyers. Goaltender Sam Ersson, stepping in for the ailing Carter Hart, made 27 saves.