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Peterka opens scoring with PPG

J-J Peterka finishes Jason Zucker's feed from behind the net with a quick shot in tight for a power-play goal to open scoring for the Sabres

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Schaefer talks about 2026 Draft

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Cullen drafted No. 10 by Predators

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Bettman welcomes Blackstone Valley to the NHL Draft

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McTavish traded to Blues

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Flyers trade overall pick No. 21

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Ruck drafted No. 22 by Penguins

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Hurlbert drafted No. 23 by Red Wings

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