After Thursday’s 4-1 loss in Calgary ended a three-game run behind 16 goals, the Ducks host Montreal in a Sunday matinee hoping Mason McTavish is good to play ...

Plus the Panthers’ declining rush game, extreme special teams in Vegas and a couple of goalies who are deserving of some recognition.

The defense, and what is required from the position, changed dramatically in recent seasons. It wasn’t long ago that for a ...