The New York Rangers come to Washington on Friday night after scoring seven goals in the second period Wednesday against Philadelphia. But New York will face a Capitals team that is hot and looking for a seventh consecutive victory.

Playing some of their best hockey of the season, the Vancouver Canucks look to turn around a one-sided rivalry when they visit the Montreal Canadiens on Friday.

The host Toronto Maple Leafs will face a different Calgary Flames team Friday night when they meet in the opener of a two-game set.

The San Jose Sharks hope to translate their recent progress into victories when they host the St. Louis Blues on Friday.

The West Division-leading Vegas Golden Knights will put a four-game winning streak on the line when they begin a back-to-back on Friday night in Los Angeles against the Kings.