Hockey

Dallas Stars (34-18-1, in the Central Division) vs. Los Angeles Kings (28-17-6, in the Pacific Division) Los Angeles; Friday, 10:30 p.m.

Nashville Predators (18-27-7, in the Central Division) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (16-31-6, in the Central Division) Chicago; Friday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Chicago Blackhawks play the Nashville Predators after losing three straight games.

VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — The Vancouver Canucks signed recently acquired defenseman Marcus Pettersson to a six-year, $33 million contract extension on Wednesday.

CHICAGO (AP) — Connor McDavid set up Zach Hyman in overtime, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 on Wednesday night. Hyman redirected McDavid’s pass for the power-play goal at 1:36.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kevin Fiala had two goals, Warren Foegele scored on a penalty shot, and the Los Angeles Kings beat the Montreal Canadiens 6-3 on Wednesday night.

CHICAGO (AP) — Connor McDavid set up Zach Hyman in overtime, and the Edmonton Oilers beat the Chicago Blackhawks 4-3 on Wednesday night. Hyman redirected McDavid's pass for the power-play goal at 1:36.

VANCOUVER — The Vancouver Canucks wasted little time before locking up their newest defenceman. Vancouver signed recently acquired blueliner Marcus Pettersson to a six-year, US$33-million contract extension on Wednesday.

NEW YORK (AP) — Chris Kreider scored the tiebreaking short-handed goal midway through the third period and the New York Rangers rallied to beat the Boston Bruins 3-2 on Wednesday night.

NEW YORK (AP) — The NHL Players’ Association said Wednesday it has filed an appeal on Ryan Hartman’s behalf after the Minnesota Wild forward was suspended 10 games for roughing.

NEW YORK (AP) — The NHL Players’ Association said Wednesday it has filed an appeal on Ryan Hartman’s behalf after the Minnesota Wild forward was suspended 10 games for roughing.