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Put Out The Flames

After losing at home for the first time this season, Joe Sakic and the Colorado Avalanche look to rebound Monday night by continuing their dominance of the Northwest Division rival Calgary Flames.

The Avalanche (8-5-0) have won their last six meetings with the Flames (6-5-3), including four at the Pepsi Center. They have taken two matchups this season, including a 3-2 overtime victory on Oct. 26 when Ryan Smyth scored 23 seconds into the extra period.

Looking to Stop Woes

The New Jersey Devils are growing more comfortable in their new home, while the Pittsburgh Penguins are trying to end some recent road woes.

Both Atlantic Division rivals try to put aside close losses Monday when they meet at the Prudential Center in Newark, N.J.

Streaking Senators

Having not lost a game in more than three weeks, the Ottawa Senators have quickly vaulted to the top of the Eastern Conference.

The defending East champions look to win seven straight games for the first time in six years as they go for a sweep in a home-and-home series against the Boston Bruins at TD Banknorth Garden on Sunday night.

Seeking Revenge

After suffering a disappointing loss to the Florida Panthers their last time out, the Carolina Hurricanes don't have to wait long for a chance at revenge.

The Hurricanes look to bounce back and win their 11th straight home game over the Panthers when the Southeast Division rivals meet on Saturday night at the RBC Center.

Underachievers

The San Jose Sharks admit they played below expectations in the first month of the season. The NHL's schedule maker, however, didn't do them any favors in October.

The Sharks play at HP Pavilion for the first time in two weeks Friday night when they face the Pacific Division rival Los Angeles Kings in the front end of a home-and-home series.