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Kent Johnson scores lone goal in shootout to give Blue Jackets 3-2 win over Penguins

Kent Johnson scored the only goal in a shootout to lift the Columbus Blue Jackets to a 3-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins

26 MINS AGO • Associated Press

First goalie off Friday Talbot was the first goalie off during Friday's morning skate, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports, indicating that he'll draw the home start against the Penguins.

Impact Talbot didn't appear in either of the Blue Jackets' first two games of the regular season, but he appears set to make his regular-season debut Friday. Across 34 regular-season appearances with Detroit last year, he went 12-9-6 with a 3.19 GAA and .883 save percentage.

11 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Posts preseason shutout Talbot posted a 15-save shutout in Thursday's 4-0 preseason win over the Penguins.

Impact Talbot looked good, though he was essentially up against the AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton roster. With three goals allowed on 41 shots over two games this preseason, Talbot has put in a good audition for the backup role behind Jet Greaves. Pheonix Copley, who cleared waivers Thursday, is also in the mix for that spot, but he can be moved to the AHL without needing waivers again for the next 30 days, which gives Talbot a bit more security.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Allows three goals in preseason defeat Talbot turned aside 23 of 26 shots during Tuesday's 5-1 preseason loss to Buffalo.

Impact Talbot made his preseason debut Tuesday and played the first two periods before being replaced by Evan Gardner. Talbot was perfect during the first frame but allowed three goals in the second period and didn't get much offensive support. Talbot is also slated to defend the home crease against the Penguins in Thursday's preseason matchup and will likely serve as Jet Greaves' backup to begin the regular season since Elvis Merzlikins (shoulder) doesn't have a timetable to return.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tending twine Tuesday Talbot will defend the road net in Tuesday's preseason game against Buffalo, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports.

Impact Talbot posted a 12-9-6 record with a 3.19 GAA and an .883 save percentage over 34 appearances for Detroit in the 2025-26 regular season. Talbot will likely be Jet Greaves' backup to begin the 2026-27 campaign due to the absence of Elvis Merzlikins (shoulder).

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

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The Columbus Blue Jackets are looking to make the playoffs for the first time since 2020 after narrowly falling short the past two seasons

SEPTEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Signs one-year contract Talbot signed a one-year, $950,000 contract with Columbus on Monday, according to PuckPedia.

Impact Talbot could earn another $700,000 if he meets performance bonuses for games played in the 2026-27 campaign. He posted a 12-9-6 record with a 3.19 GAA and an .883 save percentage over 34 regular-season appearances for Detroit in 2025-26. Due to the absence of Elvis Merzlikins (shoulder), Talbot could begin the upcoming campaign as Jet Greaves' backup.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Needed in relief in finale Talbot allowed four goals on 12 shots after replacing John Gibson midway through the second period of Wednesday's 8-1 loss to the Panthers.

Impact Neither goalie fared well in the regular-season finale, as the Red Wings seemed mentally checked out at the end of a massively disappointing campaign. Talbot will be a free agent this spring, and the 38-year-old could have trouble landing a secure No. 2 job given his 3.19 GAA and .883 save percentage over 34 outings in 2025-26.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Loses in OT as contract nears end Talbot made 18 saves Monday in a 4-3 overtime loss to the Lightning.

Impact Talbot is 12-9-6 with a 3.10 GAA and .886 save percentage in 25 starts (33 appearances) this season. He's 43rd overall in GAA and 45th in save percentage. Talbot's contract expires at the end of the season, and at 38, his options are limited. The 2025-26 season was touted as his possible last. Detroit's Sebastian Cossa has had a very strong season in Grand Rapids -- he's 26-8-4 with a 2.28 GAA and .917 save percentage, so the Wings are far more likely to elevate him than re-sign Talbot.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nikita Kucherov scores 27 seconds into OT to give the Lightning a 4-3 victory against the Red Wings

Nikita Kucherov scored 27 seconds into overtime to give the Tampa Bay Lightning a 4-3 victory against the Detroit Red Wings

APRIL 14 • Associated Press

Tending twine Monday Talbot will start Monday's road clash against the Lightning, per the NHL Media Site.

Impact Talbot will look to earn his first win since March 2 on Monday after losing or drawing no result in each of his last six appearances. Overall, the 38-year-old netminder has a 12-9-5 record, a 3.07 GAA and an .888 save percentage across 32 outings this season. With the Red Wings eliminated from postseason contention, Monday's clash has the potential to be Talbot's last outing of the season. He'll face off against an elite offense in Tampa Bay, which ranks fourth in the NHL with 3.50 goals per game.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Cam Talbot, Todd McLellan Practice Media | Detroit Red Wings Cam Talbot and Todd McLellan speak with the media following Detroit's practice on Friday April 10, 2026.

APRIL 10 • NHL.COM

Closes out Thursday's win Talbot turned aside 11 of 12 shots after replacing John Gibson (neck) midway through the second period of Thursday's 6-3 win over the Flyers.

Impact The win went on Gibson's ledger, but Talbot was solid as he protected the lead down the stretch. Talbot is still looking for his first victory since March 2, but if Gibson misses any further time, his chance could come over the Red Wings' final three contests of the regular season. Since that win, Talbot's gone 0-1-1 in six appearances with a 3.28 GAA and .865 save percentage.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 10 • Associated Press

Struggles mid-game in loss Talbot stopped 15 of 20 shots in goal in Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Wild.

Impact Talbot posted a tidy first period before surrendering four goals in Sunday's second period. He would ultimately end up with the loss when Minnesota's Kirill Kaprizov tallied the game-winning goal with less than two minutes remaining in regulation. Overall, Talbot now has a 12-9-5 record, a 3.09 GAA and an .888 save percentage across 31 appearances this season. The 38-year-old netminder hasn't been able to find the win column since March 2 and has struggled to find his groove since returning to the lineup from an undisclosed injury. He is a risky fantasy option for the rest of the fantasy playoffs, but also holds solid upside if the Red Wings are to make a push for a WIld Card spot in the Eastern Conference.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Kirill Kaprizov has a hat trick as the Wild bounce back to beat the Red Wings 5-4

Kirill Kaprizov completed the sixth hat trick of his NHL career on the power play with 1:51 remaining to lead the Minnesota Wild to a 5-4 win over the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Making first start in a month Talbot will get the start in goal Sunday against the Wild, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports.

Impact Talbot has not started in goal since Mar 3 as John Gibson had gotten 14 straight starts for the Red Wings. With the team on the second of a back-to-back, the net will belong to Talbot on Sunday. The 38-year-old has a 12-8-5 record on the season with a 3.01 GAA and an .892 save percentage. The Wild, also on the second of a back-to-back, have scored a combined nine goals over their last two games.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Second straight relief appearance Talbot stopped 15 of 17 shots in relief in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Penguins.

Impact John Gibson was pulled in a second straight start, allowing three goals on 14 shots and exiting after the first period for the Red Wings. Even though Talbot was decent between the pipes, it wasn't enough to even sniff a comeback, as the Red Wings didn't muster a lot of offense. Considering the situation, it wouldn't be surprising if Talbot is awarded a start against the Flyers on Thursday.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Makes relief appearance Saturday Talbot stopped all four shots he faced in relief of John Gibson in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Flyers.

Impact Talbot's entry into the game sparked the Red Wings, though they weren't able to erase all of the four-goal deficit they faced. The 38-year-old netminder had been sidelined by an undisclosed injury Friday. Talbot figures to see little work as long as the Red Wings are hunting for a playoff spot, as Gibson has taken over as a workhorse in March. For the season, Talbot is at a 12-8-5 record with a 3.01 GAA and an .892 save percentage over 29 appearances. The Red Wings have a back-to-back next weekend, which could offer Talbot a chance to get a start if he doesn't get one before then.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to serve as backup Saturday Talbot (undisclosed) is slated to serve as the backup goaltender for Saturday's home game against Philadelphia, per Ansar Khan of MLive.com.

Impact John Gibson is expected to start between the pipes for the second straight day after leading Detroit to a 5-2 victory over Buffalo on Friday. Talbot is 12-8-5 with a 3.03 GAA and an .891 save percentage in 28 outings in 2025-26. The 38-year-old Talbot hasn't played in net since March 8.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Will not suit up Friday Talbot (undisclosed) won't suit up for Friday's game versus the Sabres.

Impact John Gibson is starting in Buffalo and Michal Postava is backing up. The 38-year-old Talbot was considered a game-time decision after tweaking something, but the issue is not expected to be a long-term concern. It's possible Talbot is simply being protected ahead of Saturday's home game versus the Flyers, which he hasn't been ruled out for yet.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Red Wings make emergency roster decision involving Michael Postava after Cam Talbot injury Detroit Red Wings make an emergency roster decision involving Michael Postava after Cam Talbot’s injury, ensuring reliable goaltending cover...

MARCH 27 • BOLAVIP.COM

Expected to back up Friday Talbot (undisclosed) is likely to back up John Gibson in Buffalo on Friday, per Max Bultman of The Athletic.

Impact Talbot will be a game-time decision after he "tweaked something," per head coach Todd McLellan. Should Talbot not be able to dress, look for Michal Postava to be recalled from AHL Grand Rapids to back up Gibson.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Not available for Friday Talbot (undisclosed) has been ruled out of Friday's clash in Buffalo, Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press reports Thursday.

Impact Talbot "tweaked something", according to head coach Todd McLellan. The Red Wings will call up a goaltender from AHL Grand Rapids to back up John Gibson on Friday. Talbot should be considered day-to-day at this time and his status for Saturday's game in Philadelphia is questionable at this time.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Upholds shutout in relief outing Talbot saved all 10 shots on goal he saw in Sunday's 3-0 shutout win over New Jersey.

Impact Talbot entered Sunday's contest at the start of the third period when John Gibson (undisclosed) was removed for precautionary reasons. Talbot's effort down the stretch helped the Red Wings post their first combined shutout since the 2019-20 campaign. Across four appearances since the Olympic break, the 38-year-old netminder has an .889 save percentage and a 3.29 GAA, which makes him a serviceable fantasy option in deep leagues if Gibson is set to miss time.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

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