Hockey

TORONTO — The NHL and Rogers have agreed to a new 12-year Canadian broadcasting deal worth US$7.7 billion, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press.

The NHL has reached an agreement with Rogers Communications on a 12-year, $7.7 US billion media rights agreement in Canada, according to a person familiar with the deal.

DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Avalanche signed forward Taylor Makar, the younger brother of defenceman Cale Makar, to a one-year, entry-level deal on Monday.

DENVER (AP) — The Colorado Avalanche signed forward Taylor Makar, the younger brother of defenseman Cale Makar, to a one-year, entry-level deal on Monday.

EDMONTON — The Edmonton Oilers have signed defenceman Damien Carfagna to a two-year entry level contract beginning next season, the NHL team announced Monday. The 22-year-old from Wood-Ridge, N.J.

NEW YORK — Tampa Bay Lightning winger Nikita Kucherov, Dallas Stars centre Roope Hintz and Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck have been named the NHL's three stars of the week.

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Washington Capitals signed top prospect Ryan Leonard to his entry-level contract on Monday, and he could make his NHL debut as soon as Tuesday at the Boston Bruins.

San Jose Sharks (20-44-9, in the Pacific Division) vs. Anaheim Ducks (32-33-8, in the Pacific Division) Anaheim, California; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Pacific Division foes meet when the Anaheim Ducks take on the San Jose Sharks.

Edmonton Oilers (42-26-5, in the Pacific Division) vs. Vegas Golden Knights (45-20-8, in the Pacific Division) Paradise, Nevada; Tuesday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Vegas Golden Knights host the Edmonton Oilers with a six win streak intact.

Washington Capitals (47-17-9, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Boston Bruins (30-35-9, in the Atlantic Division) Boston; Tuesday, 7 p.m.