Spencer Knight Available Thursday

Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Spencer Knight (illness) will be available for Thursday's matchup with the Utah Mammoth, Kalen Lumpkins of the Chicago Tribune reports. The 24-year-old netminder has sat out three games due to illness. Knight has had it tough lately, dropping seven of his last eight decisions. Still, he's done solid work in the crease […]

William Eklund Questionable to Play Thursday

San Jose Sharks winger William Eklund (lower body) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Boston Bruins, Max Miller of NHL.com reports. The talented forward has a lower-body injury and didn't practice on Wednesday. Eklund has been the fifth-highest scoring Shark this season, posting 38 points (11 goals, 27 assists) in 58 games. However, he […]

Alex Ovechkin Records Power-Play Assist

Washington Capitals winger Alex Ovechkin finished Wednesday's 4-1 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers with a power-play assist. He set up Ryan Leonard for a goal midway through the first period to give Washington the lead, but the team's offense was flat for the rest of the contest. Before Wednesday night, Ovechkin went scoreless for three […]

Lane Hutson Extends Road Point Streak to 10 Games

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Lane Hutson extended his career-high road point streak to 10 games with an assist in Wednesday's 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators. He helped Juraj Slafkovsky open the scoring late in the first period. Another productive road outing would allow Hutson to match a franchise record among defensemen. He will have to […]

Ivan Demidov Bags Two Points in Wednesday's Win

Montreal Canadiens right wing Ivan Demidov played a key role in Wednesday's 3-2 victory over the Ottawa Senators, finishing with two points. The Russian talent became the second rookie this season with 50 points, assisting Juraj Slafkovsky in the first period and netting the game-winning goal with 7:20 played in the third. Demidov is neck […]

Nick Schmaltz Inks Eight-Year Extension With Mammoth

Utah Mammoth forward Nick Schmaltz committed his long-term future to the team, signing an eight-year, $64 million contract extension on Wednesday. He is currently on a seven-year, $40.95 million deal, which will expire this offseason. Without an extension, Schmaltz would have been a very attractive free agency target for teams. He's enjoyed a great spell […]

Pascal Siakam Expected to Remain Out Thursday

Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (knee) is likely to miss a second consecutive game on Thursday against the Phoenix Suns, as the team has listed him as doubtful on the injury report. The star forward is nursing a right knee sprain. With Siakam out, Obi Toppin jumped into the starting lineup on Monday against the […]

Dyson Daniels Dealing With Toe Sprain, Questionable Thursday

Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels (toe) is carrying a questionable tag on the injury report ahead of Thursday's matchup with the Brooklyn Nets. He has sprained his left big toe and could be absent for only his fourth game of the season. If Daniels can't play on Thursday night, CJ McCollum will pick up a […]

Michael Porter Jr. Won't Play Against Hawks

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's clash against the Atlanta Hawks. Brooklyn's leading scorer has sustained a right ankle sprain. Porter Jr.'s earlier absences this season have given Danny Wolf an opportunity to join the starting lineup. The 21-year-old rookie has averaged 11.0 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.6 assists, […]

Kevin Porter Jr. Could Return to Action Thursday

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Kevin Porter Jr. (knee) has been tagged as questionable on the injury report for Thursday's contest against the Miami Heat. Porter Jr. has missed four games due to right knee synovitis, and the team has immediately ruled him out each time. The fact that he's listed as questionable on the initial […]

Tyler Herro Iffy for Thursday

Miami Heat guard Tyler Herro (quadriceps) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks. After shaking off a rib injury, Herro is dealing with a sore left quadriceps and exited the lineup for Monday's game against the Washington Wizards. In his absence, Kasparas Jakucionis received the starting nod, contributing five points, five rebounds, six […]

Derrick White Questionable Thursday Due to Knee Issue

Boston Celtics guard Derrick White (knee) might miss Thursday's showdown against the Oklahoma City Thunder after the team listed him as questionable for the game. White has been part of the Celtics lineup in all but two games this season, but a right knee contusion might force him to sit out Thursday. With Jayson Tatum […]

Jayson Tatum Questionable Thursday

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (Achilles) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. After recovering from a torn Achilles, Tatum made his season debut last week and has played in three consecutive games. While Thursday's matchup isn't part of a back-to-back, it seems Boston could sit Tatum to manage his workload. In […]

Shayne Gostisbehere to Remain Out for "Couple of Games"

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere (lower body) is expected to miss a few more games. Due to a lower-body injury, he was sidelined for a second consecutive contest on Tuesday night against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Before the game, Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour noted Gistisbehere will be out for "the next couple of games." Carolina […]

Blues Hopeful Robert Thomas Can Play Through Upper-Body Injury

St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas (upper body) is expected to remain in the lineup despite being hurt in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the New York Islanders, Lou Korac of NHL.com reports. Thomas appeared to have sustained a hand injury and took only one faceoff during Tuesday's game. The 26-year-old dished out two assists […]

Ross Colton Suffers Upper-Body Injury Tuesday Night

Colorado Avalanche forward Ross Colton (upper body) left Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Edmonton Oilers midway through the second period. Colton scored the first goal of the game just 32 seconds into the first frame, but he couldn't finish the contest due to an upper-body injury. "He took a shot from a player during the […]

Connor Ingram "Feeling Well" After Tuesday's Early Exit

Edmonton Oilers goaltender Connor Ingram landed in concussion protocol during Tuesday's tilt against the Colorado Avalanche, but he is "feeling well," according to head coach Kris Knoblauch. Ingram exited Tuesday's 4-3 road win late in the second period after a collision with Avalanche center Nathan MacKinnon, who was controversially tossed from the game following the […]

Dylan Larkin Doubtful for Rest of Road Trip

Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (leg) is doubtful to play for the rest of the team's current four-game road trip, Max Bultman of The Athletic reports. The Red Wings captain has missed the first two stops on the trip due to a leg injury. With him out, Andrew Copp (lower body) has taken on […]

Andrew Copp Sustains Lower-Body Injury Tuesday

Detroit Red Wings forward Andrew Copp (lower body) exited Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Florida Panthers in the second period. He suffered a lower-body injury during a faceoff, leaving Detroit without its top two centermen. Dylan Larkin (leg) was out for a second consecutive game. Another injury blow may leave the Red Wings short of […]

Justin Brazeau Out Week-to-Week

Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Justin Brazeau (upper body) is considered week-to-week, the team announced on Tuesday. Brazeau was out of the lineup for the second consecutive contest on Tuesday night against the Carolina Hurricanes, joining Sidney Crosby (lower body) and Evgeni Malkin (suspension) on the sidelines. The Penguins' frontline looks incredibly thin right now, but […]

Ace Bailey Cleared to Play Wednesday

Utah Jazz guard/forward Ace Bailey (illness) is not listed on the injury report for Wednesday night's action against the New York Knicks. He missed Monday's victory over Golden State due to illness. Bailey's return to the lineup will affect guys like Brice Sensabaugh, Blake Hinson, and John Konchar (calf). The 19-year-old finished his last outing […]

Keyonte George Still Dealing With Illness, Questionable Wednesday

Utah Jazz point guard Keyonte George (illness) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest against the New York Knicks. He played through an illness on Monday against Golden State but may have to take Wednesday night off. Isaiah Collier (illness) is ready to step in for George if needed after he was removed from the […]

Mitchell Robinson Available for Wednesday's Tilt

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (ankle) has not been listed on the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Utah Jazz. The Knicks are coming off a back-to-back, and Robinson didn't play in the second game on Monday against the Los Angeles Clippers. With no back-to-back sets scheduled for the Knicks for the rest […]

Josh Hart Questionable for Wednesday Night

New York Knicks guard/forward Josh Hart (knee) is considered questionable for Wednesday's meeting with the Utah Jazz. The veteran utility man is experiencing soreness in his left knee and could miss his first action since Feb. 4. Without Hart, Landry Shamet and Mohamed Diawara are expected to be more involved in the rotation, with one […]

Jarrett Allen Remains Out Wednesday

Cleveland Cavaliers center Jarrett Allen (knee) will be sidelined for a third straight game on Wednesday against the Orlando Magic. He continues to deal with right knee tendonitis and will have his next chance to return on Friday versus the Dallas Mavericks. In Allen's absence, Dean Wade has looked decent as a starter, recording a […]

Cameron Johnson Considered Probable Wednesday

Denver Nuggets forward Cameron Johnson (back) is expected to play on Wednesday night against the Houston Rockets, as the team has listed him as probable. Johnson struggled with back spasms during Monday's loss to Oklahoma City. His move to Denver has not worked out well for Johnson, who has managed only 11.1 points per game. […]

Jamal Murray Probable for Matchup With Rockets

Denver Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray (ankle) is listed as probable for Wednesday's game against the Houston Rockets. Murray injured his left ankle last week but played through it in Monday's loss to Oklahoma City. The probable designation indicates that Murray will remain in the lineup on Wednesday night. Murray has already faced the Rockets […]

Colton Parayko Rejoins Blues Lineup

St. Louis Blues defenseman Colton Parayko (back) will return to the lineup on Tuesday against the New York Islanders. Parayko has missed five games due to back spasms. The 32-year-old has appeared in 58 contests this season, recording 14 points (one goal, 13 assists), 71 shots, 141 blocks, and 67 hits. In Tuesday's matchup, Parayko […]

Shayne Gostisbehere Unavailable Against Penguins

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere (lower body) will be sidelined for a second straight game on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. He suffered a lower-body injury last week, and there haven't been any updates regarding a potential return date for Gostisbehere. Losing Gostisbehere has been a big blow for Carolina, as the veteran has averaged […]

Marcus Johansson Returns From Two-Game Absence

Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Johansson (upper body) has been cleared to return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Utah Mammoth. He is expected to link up with Joel Eriksson Ek and Matt Boldy on the second line. Nico Sturm will make room in the lineup for Johansson, who has missed two games due […]