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Mikael Granlund Good To Go Thursday
San Jose Sharks forward Mikael Granlund (upper body) will be in the lineup on Thursday versus St. Louis. He missed the ending of Wednesday's 5-2 loss to Dallas with an upper-body injury, but fortunately for the Sharks, Granlund will be good to go Thursday night. Following a two-point effort versus the Stars, Granlund has tallied […]
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Alexandar Georgiev Returns To Action Versus Capitals
Colorado Avalanche goaltender Alexandar Georgiev (upper body) will return to the crease on Thursday against Washington. He'll be back between the pipes after sitting out two games with an upper-body injury. Georgiev has won each of his last three starts, although he still carries a losing record with 4-5-0. The 28-year-old has allowed 3.56 goals […]
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Nicholas Paul Will Miss Thursday's Game
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Nicholas Paul (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Columbus. He was injured in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime win versus Pittsburgh. Lightning head coach Jon Cooper has announced that Paul will be re-evaluated once the team returns to Tampa on Friday. Paul is on track for a career year this […]
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Frederik Andersen To Miss 8-12 Weeks
Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen (lower body) is set to have knee surgery and will miss 8-12 weeks. He will undergo the procedure on Friday. Carolina has already been without Andersen for a while, with his last appearance coming on Oct. 26. Andersen started the season in fine form, going 3-1-0 while allowing only six […]
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Chandler Stephenson Registers Three Assists Versus Predators
Seattle Kraken center Chandler Stephenson picked up three assists as the team overpowered Nashville in a 3-0 win on Wednesday. Following a four-assist effort on Oct. 29 against Montreal, Stephenson had recorded only two points in nine games, but he returned to form against the Predators. Stephenson sits tied for the most assists on the […]
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Jason Robertson Totals Three Points In Wednesday's Win
Dallas Stars left wing Jason Robertson enjoyed his first three-point night of the campaign on Wednesday versus San Jose, notching a goal and two assists in a 5-2 victory. Robertson collected all of his points in even-strength situations. The 2024-25 campaign hasn't gone well for Robertson, who's managed five goals and six assists in 18 […]
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Nils Lundkvist Exits Early With A Lower-Body Injury
Dallas Stars defenseman Nils Lundkvist sustained a lower-body injury in Wednesday's 5-2 win over San Jose. He exited the contest in the second period after logging 6:38 of ice time. Lundkvist was back in action on Wednesday following a two-game spell as a healthy scratch. He has not had a great time this campaign, contributing […]
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Matthew Knies Sustains An Upper-Body Injury
Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Matthew Knies didn't finish Wednesday's 3-0 win over Vegas due to an upper-body injury. He was hurt on a hit by Golden Knights defenseman Zach Whitecloud, finishing with 9:28 of ice time. Knies has picked up a bit of form lately and boasts 12 points (eight goals, four assists) in […]
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Mikael Granlund Exits Late With Injury Wednesday
San Jose Sharks forward Mikael Granlund (upper body) was injured late in Wednesday's 5-2 loss to Dallas. He exited after taking a big hit from Stars defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin. Granlund tallied a short-handed goal and an assist before leaving. The Finnish veteran tops San Jose's scoring charts with 22 points (nine goals, 13 assists) in […]
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Patrik Laine Returns To Practice
Montreal Canadiens winger Patrik Laine (knee) was back in practice on Wednesday. It's the first time he skated with the team since spraining his left knee in a preseason game against Toronto on Sept. 28. Laine wore a non-contact jersey on Wednesday. It was initially announced that he would miss 2-3 months with the injury. […]
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Ausar Thompson Listed As Doubtful For Thursday
Detroit Pistons forward Ausar Thompson (conditioning) has been listed as doubtful for Thursday's clash with Charlotte. After he recovered from a blood-clotting issue, Thompson was recently cleared to return to the court by the NBA's fitness-to-play panel. It looks like he could soon play in his first NBA game since March. Thompson showed plenty of […]
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Walker Kessler Still Missing For Jazz
Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (hip) will remain sidelined for Thursday's matchup against San Antonio. He has been ruled out for a sixth consecutive game due to right hip bursitis. John Collins will continue to start for Utah, with Kyle Filipowski also picking up extra work. Victor Wembanyama's (knee) presence typically makes meetings with the […]
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Jordan Clarkson Questionable To Face Spurs
Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) has picked up a questionable designation ahead of Thursday's meeting with San Antonio. He's dealing with plantar fasciitis on his left foot. Clarkson has played in seven consecutive games, putting in some impressive performances. The veteran scorer is averaging 18.0 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists for the month. […]
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Devin Vassell To Miss Third Consecutive Game
San Antonio Spurs guard/forward Devin Vassell (knee) will sit out a third consecutive game on Thursday against Utah. After missing the start of the season due to foot surgery. Vassell is carrying a sore left knee The 24-year-old has been limited to four appearances, averaging 16.3 points and 3.5 assists in 22.5 minutes. Vassell's health […]
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Chris Paul Considered Probable For Thursday's Game
San Antonio Spurs point guard Chris Paul (thumb) is expected to remain in the lineup on Thursday versus Utah, with the team listing him as probable for the game. The veteran floor general hurt his left thumb against Oklahoma City but was able to finish the contest. It looks like it's not a very serious […]
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Khris Middleton Medically Cleared To Play
Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (ankle) appears to be close to making his season debut. ESPN's Shams Charania reported Wednesday that Middleton has been medically cleared to play and is currently in the middle of a ramp-up process. Middleton had surgery on both ankles in the offseason. According to Bucks head coach Doc Rivers, he […]
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Seth Jones Expected To Miss Four Weeks
Chicago Blackhawks defenseman Seth Jones (foot) is expected to miss four weeks of action. Jones injured his right foot when he blocked a shot in a game against Seattle last week. He will sit out a third consecutive contest on Thursday versus Florida. The multi-time All-Star is a big contributor at both ends of the […]
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Max Domi Placed On Injured Reserve
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Max Domi (lower body) will miss Wednesday's contest against Vegas after he was placed on Injured Reserve. The move is retroactive to Nov. 16, meaning Domi will be eligible to return on Sunday versus Utah. Domi recently replaced Auston Matthews (upper body) in the top six but has been ineffective offensively. […]
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Connor Ingram Out Day-To-Day With An Upper-Body Injury
Utah Hockey Club goaltender Connor Ingram (upper body) is considered day-to-day. The 27-year-old had a difficult outing against Washington on Monday, which may have resulted from the injury. Utah pulled Ingram after he had allowed four goals on 14 shots. Ingram's season with the NHL's newest franchise has been a rollercoaster ride. He sits on […]
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Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen Returns To Action Versus Kings
Buffalo Sabres goaltender Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen (undisclosed) will get back to work on Wednesday against Los Angeles. He has been unavailable for a couple of games due to an undisclosed injury. Luukkonen has been mediocre as Buffalo's No. 1 this season, going 6-4-1 with a 2.83 goals-against average and a .903 save percentage. On Wednesday, he […]
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Alex Tuch Available Wednesday
Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch (undisclosed) will play on Wednesday against the L.A. Kings. Tuch missed Monday's practice as he appears to be dealing with a minor ailment. However, the injury will not force him to sit out Wednesday's game. Tuch has appeared in all 18 games this season, moving nearly with a point-per-game […]
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Tage Thompson Remains Out On Wednesday
Buffalo Sabres forward Tage Thompson (lower body) will miss a third consecutive game on Wednesday against Los Angeles. Thompson practiced with the team on Monday but isn't ready to return to action. With Thompson on the shelf, the Sabres have lost their biggest goal threat. Thompson sits on 11 goals and 18 points with 16 […]
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Jordan Eberle To Remain Out On Wednesday
Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (lower body) will miss a third consecutive game on Wednesday versus Nashville. The veteran forward was injured last week in a game against Chicago. Eberle's efforts have resulted in six goals and five assists across 17 appearances this season. Daniel Sprong has joined the top-six group as Eberle's replacement. […]
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Cam Whitmore Considered Questionable For Wednesday
Houston Rockets forward Cam Whitmore (knee) has picked up a questionable tag ahead of Wednesday's encounter with Indiana. Whitmore last played for Houston on Nov. 6 and has recently been limited to G League action. After he rejoined the Rockets, Whitmore missed Monday's game against Milwaukee with a sore left knee. The 20-year-old looked very […]
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Ryan Rollins Continues To Sit Wednesday
Milwaukee Bucks point guard Ryan Rollins (shoulder) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against Chicago. The 22-year-old is dealing with a shoulder issue, missing a fourth consecutive contest. Before getting hurt, Rollins had battled out a rotation spot for himself and logged 22 minutes in his last appearance. His absence has given Delon Wright […]
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Kevon Looney Expected To Return On Wednesday
Golden State Warriors forward/center Kevon Looney (illness) appears to be on track to return to action on Wednesday against Atlanta. He has been listed as probable on the injury report ahead of the game. Looney missed Monday's matchup against the Clippers due to an illness. The veteran has been limited to a backup role behind […]
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Kyle Anderson Questionable For Wednesday
Golden State Warriors forward Kyle Anderson (neck) might have to skip Wednesday's meeting with Atlanta. He's on the injury report as questionable due to a neck strain. Anderson has so far featured in 12 of the Warriors' 13 games, posting 5.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in 16.6 minutes. Anderson's versatility makes him an […]
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Miles McBride Remains On The Shelf Wednesday
New York Knicks guard Miles McBride (knee) will sit out a fourth consecutive game on Wednesday versus Phoenix. He's recovering from left knee inflammation. Working as New York's sixth man, McBride has put up 10.7 points in 26.4 minutes this season while dishing out 2.5 assists. With him not out there, the starters carry a […]
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Norman Powell Will Not Play On Wednesday
Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Norman Powell (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against Orlando. Powell injured his left hamstring against Golden State on Monday. The 31-year-old will drop out of the lineup for the first time this season. It's been a very good campaign for Powell, who's averaging a career-high 23.3 points in […]
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Connor Bedard Ends Drought With Two Assists
Chicago Blackhawks center Connor Bedard set up Jason Dickinson for a pair of goals in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Anaheim, ending a three-game point drought. The teenage forward now boasts five multi-point outings this term. However, Bedard's performances have been inconsistent, particularly in November, as he's picked up points in only three of eight games. […]
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