Alex Turcotte Remains Sidelined Thursday

Los Angeles Kings center Alex Turcotte (upper body) will not play against Vancouver on Thursday. He'll be absent for a second consecutive game. Turcotte doesn't see a lot of ice time, averaging less than 12 minutes per game, but he's put in effective work for the team, scoring five points (one goal, four assists) in […]

Artem Zub Rejoins Senators Lineup Thursday

Ottawa Senators defenseman Artem Zub (concussion) will be back in the lineup on Thursday against the Islanders. After recovering from a concussion, Zub was back in practice on Monday, and now he's ready for some game action. He has been limited to three appearances this season, sitting out nine games because of the concussion. The […]

Tyler Seguin Expected Back Versus Blackhawks

Dallas Stars forward Tyler Seguin (lower body) is expected to rejoin the lineup for Thursday's tilt against Chicago. The veteran was unavailable for the previous game against Florida. Unfortunately, it looks like we might often see a Seguin-less Stars in this campaign because it has been reported that he's dealing with a lingering lower-body injury. […]

Brayden Point Remains Out On Thursday

Tampa Bay Lightning center Brayden Point (lower body) will skip a second consecutive game on Thursday versus Philadelphia. Point skated on Thursday morning but has been deemed not ready to play, and the team considers him day-to-day. With Point out, Tampa Bay has lost its second-best goal-scorer. The 28-year-old has lit the lamp eight times […]

Cale Makar A Game-Time Call Thursday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (undisclosed) is considered a game-time decision for Thursday's game against Winnipeg. Makar was injured last time out against Seattle but appears to have avoided a serious issue. He took part in the morning skate on Thursday, which is a good sign regarding his potential availability against the Jets. It's been […]

Dylan Larkin Bags Two Points In Win Over Chicago

Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin played a pivotal role in Wednesday's 4-1 win at Chicago. The Red Wings captain logged two points in the contest, helping Alex DeBrincat to start the scoring in the first period and netting the game-winning tally in the second frame. It was Larkin's second consecutive multi-point outing. He has […]

Logan Thompson Continues Winning Ways With Capitals

Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson maintained a perfect record on Wednesday, saving 33 of 35 shots in a 3-2 victory over Nashville. He improved to 6-0-0, tying Tomas Vokoun for the longest winning streak by a goalie from the start of his tenure with the franchise. Thompson has allowed 2.81 goals with a .903 save […]

Dylan Strome Stays Hot With Two-Assist Effort

Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome registered two assists as the team snuck past Nashville 3-2 on Wednesday. He helped both of his linemates, Aliaksei Protas and Alex Ovechkin, light the lamp. There haven't been many players hotter than Strome in recent weeks, as the talented forward has recorded four multi-point outings in his last five […]

Ivan Barbashev Records Three Assists Wednesday

Vegas Golden Knights forward Ivan Barbashev ended a three-game scoring slump with three assists in Wednesday's 4-2 victory over Edmonton. He had two helpers when Vegas turned a 2-1 deficit into a win in the third period. Barbashev has been part of Vegas' highly productive first line, scoring 15 points (seven goals, eight assists) in […]

Tommy Novak Day-To-Day With An Upper-Body Injury

Nashville Predators center Tommy Novak is considered day-to-day with an upper-body injury. Novak was a late scratch for Wednesday's clash with the Capitals and might miss out on Thursday's meeting with the Panthers as well. The 23-year-old has been used throughout the lineup, averaging 13:20 of ice time for the campaign. He sits on three […]

Dylan Holloway Avoids Serious Injury

St. Louis Blues left wing Dylan Holloway (upper body) has avoided serious injury and could be an option for Thursday's matchup against Utah. Holloway was struck by a puck in the neck area in Tuesday's game against Tampa Bay and was taken to the hospital. He returned to the team's practice facility on Wednesday. Holloway […]

Jonathan Mogbo Exits With Hip Problem Wednesday

Toronto Raptors power forward Jonathan Mogbo (hip) was limited to 18 minutes against Sacramento on Wednesday. He exited the game in the fourth quarter with a right hip pointer injury. The 23-year-old rookie notched five points and five rebounds before leaving. Mogbo has looked promising early in the campaign, averaging 6.6 points, 4.7 rebounds, and […]

Tyrese Maxey Makes Precautionary Exit Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers point guard Tyrese Maxey (hamstring) didn't finish Wednesday's game against the Clippers. He sat out the entire fourth quarter, finishing with 12 points on 5-for-13 shooting in 32 minutes. Luckily, 76ers head coach Nick Nurse called Maxey's exit "precautionary" after the game. It was announced that Maxey is dealing with hamstring soreness, which […]

Jalen Duren Considered Day-To-Day With Ankle Injury

Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (ankle) was forced to make an early exit against Charlotte on Wednesday. He sprained his left ankle early in the game, finishing scoreless in eight minutes with three rebounds and one assist. The team announced that Duren will be considered day-to-day. It seems like the talented big man escaped serious […]

Isaiah Collier Considered Questionable Thursday

Utah Jazz point guard Isaiah Collier (hamstring) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's clash with the Bucks. Due to a hamstring injury, the 20-year-old rookie has yet to play this season. However, he participated fully in Wednesday's practice, signaling that Collier might be ready for his NBA debut on Thursday. Collier was the 29th […]

Jordan Clarkson Listed As Questionable For Thursday

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (heel) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's matchup against Milwaukee. Utah ruled Clarkson out for at least a week last Friday, but he came through a full practice session on Wednesday and appears to be ahead of schedule in his recovery. The veteran scorer has missed two games with […]

Joel Embiid On Track To Make Season Debut On Tuesday

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (knee, suspension) is slated to make his season debut on Tuesday versus the Knicks. Embiid has been unavailable for the start of the year because of a knee problem and began a three-game suspension on Wednesday against the Clippers. Fittingly, he will be eligible to return to the lineup against […]

Derek Forbort Out Week-To-Week With A Knee Problem

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Derek Forbort (knee) will be out week-to-week. Forbort is reportedly battling a knee injury and wasn't available for Tuesday's 5-1 win over Anaheim. He has appeared only four times this season, picking up one assist with three shots on goal and five blocks. Vincent Desharnais returned to action in Forbort's absence on […]

Bryan Rust Logs Full Practice On Wednesday

Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) participated fully in Wednesday's practice. He has sat out four games, but Rust likely won't miss much more action. His next chance to return comes on Thursday versus Carolina. Rust might replace Kevin Hayes (upper body) in the lineup, who missed Wednesday's practice. He should grab a […]

Kevin Hayes Misses Practice With An Upper-Body Injury

Pittsburgh Penguins center Kevin Hayes (upper body) sat out Wednesday's practice. He is being evaluated for an upper-body injury. Hayes has been ever-present in the lineup so far this season but has averaged only 9:27 of ice time. The 32-year-old has scored three goals and sits on four points with 14 games played. Valtteri Puustinen […]

Mason Marchment Considered Day-To-Day

Dallas Stars left wing Mason Marchment (undisclosed) is considered day-to-day. Marchment has seen action in all 11 games this season but is now battling an undisclosed ailment, which could sideline him for Thursday's game against Chicago. His absence would be felt at both ends by the Stars. Marchment is tied for fourth in scoring on […]

Matt Roy Ready To Return On Wednesday

Washington Capitals defenseman Matt Roy (lower body) is expected to return from a 10-game absence when the team faces Nashville on Wednesday. The 29-year-old makes his return at a good time because the Capitals defense has just lost Jakob Chychrun (upper body). Chychrun's absence means that we should see a lot of Roy in Wednesday's […]

Connor McDavid Returns To Action Wednesday

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid (ankle) will be back in the lineup on Wednesday versus Vegas. Amazingly, McDavid has missed just three games after initially being ruled out for 2-3 weeks. The Oilers captain hasn't been quite at his best this season but has still averaged a point per game through 10 outings, scoring three […]

De'Andre Hunter Listed As Questionable For Wednesday

Atlanta Hawks forward De'Andre Hunter (knee) could be back in action against the Knicks on Wednesday. He has been listed as questionable for the game. Hunter has been absent for the last six contests, which has given Zaccharie Risacher an opportunity to roll with the starters. The top pick of this year's draft has struggled […]

Cameron Payne Considered Questionable For Wednesday's Game

New York Knicks guard Cameron Payne (hamstring) is considered questionable for Wednesday's game against Atlanta. Payne missed his first game of the season on Monday versus Houston due to a hamstring strain. The veteran has averaged 15.4 minutes as a backup in New York, posting 5.6 points and 3.2 assists. Tyler Kolek gets more of […]

Brandin Podziemski Good To Go Wednesday

Golden State Warriors shooting guard Brandin Podziemski (illness) will be available for Wednesday's fascinating matchup against Boston. The 21-year-old couldn't complete Monday's meeting with Washington due to an illness but has recovered. Podziemski has been battling shooting woes at the start of the campaign, hitting less than 38 percent of his shots. He's nailed only […]

De'Anthony Melton Remains Out On Wednesday

Golden State Warriors guard De'Anthony Melton (back) will miss a fifth consecutive game on Wednesday versus Boston. He's battling a lower back problem, leaving the Warriors without a versatile backcourt option. Moses Moody, Buddy Hield, and Brandin Podziemski (illness) are all in a position to benefit. Hield, who has scored 20-plus points in four consecutive […]

Andrew Nembhard Questionable For Wednesday

Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (knee) is on the injury report as questionable ahead of Wednesday's contest against Orlando. Nembhard missed one game last week due to a knee issue and continues to nurse soreness in his left knee. Ben Sheppard and T.J. McConnell would see more minutes if Nembhard is unavailable. The latter is […]

Bradley Beal Likely To Play On Wednesday

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (elbow) will likely remain in the lineup on Wednesday versus Miami. The veteran has picked up a right elbow injury early in the season, but he's considered probable for Wednesday's game. Beal has provided solid production thus far with 17.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 4.2 assists, and 1.6 steals. However, he's […]

Travis Konecny Tallies Four Points In Losing Effort

Philadelphia Flyers winger Travis Konecny ended an offensive slump in impressive style on Tuesday, notching two goals and two assists in a 6-4 loss to Carolina. Konecny had gone three games without a point before bursting back into the life. He started the work with a power-play goal and added three even-strength points. Despite the […]