Each Monday throughout the 2024-25 NHL season, ESPN and NHL Network analyst Kevin Weekes presents fans with a comprehensive guide of nationally televised games. Today, let's take a look at the games for the eighth week of the season.

Uncover the Week's Top NHL Showdowns

Monday: Prime Monday Night Hockey - Chicago Blackhawks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs

This Monday evening at 7:30 p.m. ET, the Chicago Blackhawks make their way to Toronto to face the Toronto Maple Leafs on TVAS, Prime, and CHSN. It's a highly anticipated matchup between two Original Six teams. Auston Matthews, who returned from injury on Saturday and had two assists in a 5-3 win against the Tampa Bay Lightning, will be aiming for his first goal since October 31. Entering this game, the Blackhawks have been on a five-game losing streak away from home and have managed to win consecutive games only once this season. The Maple Leafs, on the other hand, will be looking to build on their recent victory and continue their strong form.The atmosphere in Toronto is always electric during Prime Monday Night Hockey, and fans can expect a thrilling battle between these two rivals. The history between these teams runs deep, and every game is a must-watch for hockey enthusiasts.

Tuesday: Edmonton Oilers vs. Vegas Golden Knights

On Tuesday at 10 p.m. ET, the Edmonton Oilers travel to Vegas to take on the Vegas Golden Knights on HULU, ESPN+, and SN1. The Oilers come into this game on a three-game winning streak and have won seven out of their past 10 games. Connor McDavid is on a hot streak, seeking to extend his point streak to six games. He has already accumulated 10 points (five goals, five assists) in the past five games. The Golden Knights, however, saw their five-game point streak come to an end with a 6-0 home loss to the Utah Hockey Club on Saturday. Despite this setback, they enter the week with a solid home record of 9-3-0. Jack Eichel leads the team with 36 points (eight goals, 28 assists) in 25 games and will be looking to lead the Golden Knights to victory.The matchup between the Oilers and Golden Knights is always a fierce one, with both teams vying for supremacy in the Pacific Division. The energy in Vegas is sure to be high as the home team looks to bounce back from their recent loss.

Wednesday: Boston Bruins vs. Chicago Blackhawks

On Wednesday at 7:30 p.m. ET, the Boston Bruins face the Chicago Blackhawks on TNT, MAX, truTV, TVAS, and CHSN. Boston is on a three-game streak against an Original Six opponent and has gone 8-1-1 against Chicago in their past 10 games. Captain Brad Marchand has been in excellent form with 25 points (six goals, 19 assists) in 21 career games against the Blackhawks. Connor Bedard enters the week with just four goals this season but will be looking to turn his form around against the team in which he scored his first NHL goal last season.The Bruins and Blackhawks have a long history of intense battles on the ice, and this game is sure to be no different. Both teams will be looking to gain an advantage and come out on top.

Thursday: Dallas Stars vs. Los Angeles Kings

At 10 p.m. ET on Thursday, the Dallas Stars and Los Angeles Kings will meet for the first of three games this season. The Kings are on a three-game winning streak and are looking to make it four in a row. They have allowed just four goals in the past three games and have the fourth-fewest goals allowed per game this season (2.68). Captain Anze Kopitar has been on fire with eight points in his past five games (three goals, five assists), including four multipoint games. The Stars, who are on a three-game road trip, have a solid home record of 9-2-0 but have struggled on the road with a 5-6-0 record.This matchup between the Stars and Kings promises to be a high-scoring affair, with both teams' offensive firepower on full display. The Kings will be looking to maintain their winning streak, while the Stars will be aiming to turn their road form around.

Saturday: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Pittsburgh Penguins

On Saturday at 7 p.m. ET, the Toronto Maple Leafs travel to Pittsburgh to take on the Penguins on SN-PIT, NHLN, SNP, SNO, and CBC. Sidney Crosby is just two games shy of reaching 1,300 for his career and will be looking to continue his climb up the NHL all-time points standings. The Penguins captain has 1,621 points in his career and is 20 points behind Joe Sakic for ninth all time. Pittsburgh enters the week on a season-high three-game winning streak, although they have struggled against Toronto recently. The Maple Leafs, on the other hand, have won five of the past six games between the two teams.The rivalry between the Maple Leafs and Penguins is one of the most intense in the NHL, and this game is sure to be a battle. Both teams will be looking to secure a victory and gain an edge in the standings.

Saturday: St. Louis Blues vs. Edmonton Oilers

At 10 p.m. ET on Saturday, the St. Louis Blues continue their Western Canada trip after playing against the Winnipeg Jets and Calgary Flames on Tuesday and Thursday. This is the first meeting between the Blues and Oilers this season, and St. Louis has gone 3-0-1 in the past four games against Edmonton. Connor McDavid has 25 points in 24 games against the Blues, but his eight goals are his second fewest against any Western Conference team (Seattle Kraken, 7), excluding the Utah Hockey Club.The Blues will be looking to continue their good form against the Oilers, while McDavid will be aiming to add to his impressive tally against St. Louis. This game could have a significant impact on both teams' standings in the Western Conference.

Other Nationally Televised Games

Monday: New Jersey Devils vs. New York Rangers (7 p.m. ET; NHLN, MSGSN, MSG)Tuesday: Detroit Red Wings vs. Boston Bruins (7 p.m. ET; HULU, ESPN+, SNO, SNE, SN1)Wednesday: Nashville Predators vs. Toronto Maple Leafs (7 p.m. ET; SN, TVAS2, FDSNSO)Thursday: Seattle Kraken vs. New York Islanders (7:30 p.m. ET; ESPN+, HULU)Friday: Pittsburgh Penguins vs. New York Rangers (7:30 p.m. ET; ESPN+, HULU, TVAS-D, SNW, SNO, SNE)Saturday: Philadelphia Flyers vs. Boston Bruins (1 p.m. ET; NHLN, NBCSP, NESN, SN)Sunday: Seattle Kraken vs. New York Rangers (1 p.m. ET; NHLN, KHN, KONG, MSG, SN, TVAS)Colorado Avalanche vs. New Jersey Devils (7 p.m. ET; NHLN, ALT2, MSG, TVAS)