Nashville 3, New Jersey 1
On the night when he became the franchise's leader in games played by a goaltender, Pekka Rinne wanted to remember where he came from and the man he passed in the Nashville Predators' record book.
Winnipeg 4, NY Rangers 1
The Winnipeg Jets spent most of the second period of Tuesday night's game on their heels. It seemed like it was only a matter of time before the New York Rangers secured the lead with their five power plays and 20 shots on goal.
Montreal 3, Pittsburgh 2
The Montreal Canadiens probably didn't anticipate being quite this good so early in the season. The Pittsburgh Penguins certainly didn't expect to be this bad.
San Jose 5, Washington 0
San Jose Sharks goalie Martin Jones surrendered a goal on the first shot he faced on opening night.
Florida 4, Carolina 1
Connor Brickley picked an ideal time for his first career NHL goal.
Detroit 3, Tampa Bay 1
The Detroit Red Wings lost against the Tampa Bay Lightning in the Stanley Cup Playoffs last season, but not on Tuesday.
Dallas 4, Edmonton 2
Following a disappointing loss at Colorado on Saturday, Dallas Stars coach Lindy Ruff said he wanted his team to respond Tuesday against the Edmonton Oilers at American Airlines Center.
St. Louis 4, Calgary 3
Growing up in St. Albert, Alberta, defenseman Colton Parayko dreamed about one day scoring against the Calgary Flames.
Vancouver 3, Los Angeles 0
With Ryan Miller leading the way again, the Vancouver Canucks completed a Southern California sweep in a rout of the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday night.