# NHL early season player performances

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/nhl-early-season-player-performances
> Updated: 2026-10-13T19:21:35.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2.

Early NHL season matchups have featured strong performances from various players, particularly those from Europe.

In early October, Martin Nečas led the Colorado Avalanche to a 6-1 win over the St. Louis Blues, while the Blues also recorded a 4-0 shutout against the Dallas Stars. Other notable results included victories for the Buffalo Sabres, New York Islanders, and Pittsburgh Penguins.

By mid-October, Martin Nečas continued his scoring streak, recording two goals to lead the Avalanche to a 3-2 win over the Dallas Stars. Other highlights included Adam Jiříček scoring his first career goal for the St. Louis Blues in a win against the Ottawa Senators, and Tomáš Hertl contributing to a Vegas Golden Knights victory.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-13: NHL: Nečas scores twice in Colorado Avalanche victory

Martin Nečas scored twice to lead the Colorado Avalanche past Dallas 3-2, while Adam Jiříček netted his first NHL goal in St. Louis's 7-2 win over Ottawa.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/nhl-neas-scores-twice-in-colorado-avalanche-victory

### 2026-10-03: NHL players deliver standout performances in early season matchups

European players shine in the NHL, with Martin Nečas leading Colorado to a 6-1 win and the St. Louis Blues securing a 4-0 shutout against Dallas behind Joel Hofer and Mason McTavish.

18 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/st-louis-blues-shut-out-dallas-stars-in-nhl-season-opener

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