Hockey

CHICAGO (AP) — Connor Bedard practiced with the Chicago Blackhawks right in the middle of Wrigley Field. He skated with his parents and his sister. The moment was not lost on the 19-year-old center.

NEW YORK (AP) — The Dallas Stars were fined $100,000 by the National Hockey League on Monday for an optional practice session during the mandatory Christmas break that was attended by several young players.

NEW YORK — Winnipeg Jets centre Mark Scheifele, Buffalo Sabres defenceman Rasmus Dahlin and Columbus Blue Jackets defenceman Zach Werenski have been named the NHL’s three stars of the week.

Carolina Hurricanes (22-13-1, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Columbus Blue Jackets (15-16-6, in the Metropolitan Division) Columbus, Ohio; Tuesday, 8 p.m.

New Jersey Devils (24-12-3, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (14-17-4, in the Pacific Division) Anaheim, California; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Anaheim Ducks and the New Jersey Devils will play in a non-conference matchup.

St. Louis Blues (17-17-4, in the Central Division) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (12-23-2, in the Central Division) Chicago; Tuesday, 5 p.m.

Boston Bruins (20-14-4, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Washington Capitals (24-10-2, in the Metropolitan Division) Washington; Tuesday, 12:30 p.m.

Pittsburgh Penguins (17-16-5, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Detroit Red Wings (14-18-4, in the Atlantic Division) Detroit; Tuesday, 8 p.m.

Philadelphia Flyers (16-17-4, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. San Jose Sharks (11-22-6, in the Pacific Division) San Jose, California; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The San Jose Sharks play the Philadelphia Flyers after losing seven in a row.

Montreal Canadiens (16-17-3, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (25-8-3, in the Pacific Division) Paradise, Nevada; Tuesday, 3 p.m.