Montreal took the reins of the Eastern Conference with a shootout win against Toronto. Elsewhere, John Tavares led the Islanders to victory and the Rangers routed the Coyotes.
NHL Roundup: Flames feel the love, beat Canucks

Derek Leung/Getty ImagesIn honor of Valentine’s Day, we figured we’d rattle off the things we loved about the NHL on Saturday.
We loved P.K. Subban’s comments on Phil Kessel’s personality, especially when he pointed out the obvious:
Read Article >Preds fan paints marriage proposal on belly


So how else would he propose to his girlfriend?
If he doesn’t paint his vows on his belly now then we’ll just be disappointed.
Read Article >Pekka Rinne did another amazing thing

Christian Petersen/Getty ImagesHere is Saturday’s installment of “Pekka Rinne Does Amazing Things.”
Thanks for joining us for this edition of “Pekka Rinne Does Amazing Things.” See you next time!
Read Article >It’s a magical bouncing puck!

Leon Halip/Getty ImagesBut then, as if someone was tugging the puck on a string, it magically bounced away and Howard ended up on his face.
Look, Howard just got back from an injury. Can we save the pranks for later?
Read Article >Clarkson ejected for violent 1st period

Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY SportsWhat a period, and what a way to encourage your management to get rid of you before the upcoming trade deadline. Remember, Clarkson is in the second year of a seven-year deal paying him $5.25 million per season. Money well spent?
Read Article >Playoff races highlight Saturday’s NHL schedule

Derek Leung/Getty ImagesHere is a complete look at the schedule. All times are ET.
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