NHL

Milan Hejduk scored in the first minute of the game and lit the lamp again in the final minute of regulation, as the Western Conference-leading Colorado Avalanche defeated the Phoenix Coyotes, 4-1, at Pepsi Center.

Jarome Iginla scored twice, including the game- winner in overtime, and set up the game-tying score inside the final minute of regulation, as Calgary rallied for a 3-2 win against Dallas.

Tomas Vokoun made 32 saves, including 21 in the opening period, to post his second consecutive shutout, as the Florida Panthers defeated the spiraling Carolina Hurricanes, 3-0, at BankAtlantic Center.

Nicklas Bergfors scored two power-play goals in the third period, as the New Jersey Devils defeated the Washington Capitals, 3-2, at Prudential Center.

Dan Boyle had an assist and scored the game- winner in the shootout, as the San Jose Sharks won their sixth consecutive game with a 3-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets at Nationwide Arena.

Ryan Miller posted his second shutout of the season with 24 saves, and Thomas Vanek picked up a goal and an assist, as the Buffalo Sabres notched a 3-0 win to defeat the streaking New York Islanders.

The Washington Capitals recalled veteran center Michael Nylander from the Grand Rapids Griffins of the AHL on Wednesday.

The National Hockey League suspended New York Rangers rookie forward Dane Byers one game for his role in a fight during the third period of Tuesday's loss at Vancouver.

The Dallas Stars strengthened their lineup in advance of Wednesday's tilt with the Calgary Flames, activating forward Mike Modano and right winger Jere Lehtinen from injured reserve.

The Atlanta Thrashers on Wednesday announced goaltender Kari Lehtonen underwent successful back surgery and will be sidelined for six-to-eight weeks.