Phillip Danault Fires In His Second Hat Trick

Los Angeles Kings center Phillip Danault broke an offensive slump with a huge performance in Sunday's 5-1 win over New Jersey, scoring his second career hat trick. The 31-year-old matched the points tally of his previous 11 appearances on Sunday. Danault, whose first career hat trick came five years ago, isn't a consistent performer on […]

Dylan Guenther Notches Career-High Three Points Sunday

Arizona Coyotes left wing Dylan Guenther had the best game of his young career on Sunday, finishing a 5-2 demolition of Washington with three points. He had a goal and assist in the contest, scoring two of his points with the man advantage. Following a quiet stretch, Guenther has started to make noise again, posting […]

Leon Draisaitl Picks Up Three Assists In Sunday's Win

Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl showed some world-class playmaking in Sunday's matchup against Pittsburgh, producing assists on three goals as his crew rocked Sidney Crosby's team with a 6-1 win. It's Draisaitl's third multi-assist game in four outings, and his 28th career three-assist game -- only Connor McDavid (45), Nikita Kucherov (37) and Artemi Panarin […]

Jusuf Nurkic Posts New Franchise Record With 31 Rebounds

Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic had a sensational 31-rebound performance in Sunday's 118-110 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Bosnian big man shook off a neck issue to play 32 minutes in the contest, and he set a new franchise record with his efforts on the glass. It's the most rebounds a player has […]

Cam Reddish Expected To Play Monday

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Cam Reddish (ankle) is probable for Monday's contest against the Thunder. He's set to make his fourth consecutive appearance after returning to the lineup from an ankle injury. Reddish's addition gives the Lakers another body to throw into the battle, but he's been anonymous fantasy-wise, recording only 2.7 points, 1.7 rebounds, […]

Anthony Davis Probable For Monday's Game

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis (Achilles) is expected to suit up against the Thunder on Monday, with the star big man having a probable tag on the injury report. Davis has missed only four games all season and should be determined to remain in the lineup over the final stretch of the regular season […]

Chris Livingston Listed As Doubtful For Monday

Milwaukee Bucks small forward Chris Livingston (groin) is considered doubtful for Monday's clash with the Clippers. Milwaukee recalled him from the G League on Sunday, but Livingston has returned to the big league carrying an injury, as the 20-year-old is on the injury report with a right groin strain. Livingston's role with the Bucks has […]

MarJon Beauchamp Likely Available Monday

Milwaukee Bucks guard/forward MarJon Beauchamp (back) has been listed a probable for Monday's matchup against the Clippers. He's dealing with lower back spasms, but it looks like Beauchamp will be good to go if his services are needed. That's a big if, as Beauchamp has averaged only five minutes across his last 10 appearances for […]

Derrick Rose Remains Absent On Monday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Derrick Rose (back) will sit out a third consecutive game on Monday versus the Nets. The veteran is nursing a lower back problem. With another backcourt option unavailable, the Grizzlies have turned to Jordan Goodwin, who has logged 30-plus minutes in three consecutive games. It's been a struggle for him, as […]

Ziaire Williams Out On Monday

Memphis Grizzlies small forward Ziaire Williams (hip) won't play on Monday against Brooklyn. The 22-year-old was injured in the previous game against Portland and steps out of the lineup with a right hip flexor strain. Williams has played a significant role for the Grizzlies lately, starting in six consecutive games. He's shown flashes of good […]

Kent Johnson Ruled Out For Rest Of Season

Columbus Blue Jackets forward Kent Johnson is set to have season-ending shoulder surgery, the team announced on Sunday. The news comes after Johnson suffered a torn labrum in his left shoulder in a game against the Rangers earlier in the week. The 21-year-old, who was the fifth pick in the 2021 NHL draft, ends his […]

Evgeny Kuznetsov Assigned To AHL After Clearing Waivers

Washington Capitals center Evgeny Kuznetsov has been assigned to the AHL after he cleared waivers on Sunday. Washington announced that the team is waiving Kuznetsov on Saturday after he was cleared to resume practicing by administrators for the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program. Kuznetsov, a two-time All-Star and the Capitals' leading scorer on their triumphant 2018 […]

Derek Ryan Won't Play On Sunday

Edmonton Oilers center Derek Ryan (undisclosed) won't be available for Sunday's matchup against Pittsburgh. The 37-year-old is reportedly dealing with a minor injury. He will miss his first game of the season. Ryan has done a decent job as Edmonton's fourth-line center, posting five goals and six assists in 58 games. He will be replaced […]

Cole Perfetti Back In Winnipeg Lineup Versus Buffalo

Winnipeg Jets forward Cole Perfetti will return to action on Sunday against Buffalo. He will be re-entered into the lineup after Perfetti was a healthy scratch for Saturday's matchup against Carolina. The 22-year-old was given a breather following a 15-game run without any points. Perfetti enjoyed a very good start to the campaign, but he's […]

Brenden Dillon Returns To Jets Lineup Sunday

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon (illness) will re-enter the lineup for Sunday's matchup against Buffalo. The hard-hitting blue-liner couldn't play on Saturday due to an illness, but he has now recovered well enough to get back to work. Dillon leads Winnipeg with 166 hits in 55 appearances. Fantasy managers have also gotten a bit of […]

Marcus Johansson Questionable For Sunday

Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Johansson (undisclosed) is questionable for Sunday's game against San Jose. He sustained an unspecified injury on Saturday versus St. Louis, playing for only 2:47. There haven't been any updates on Johansson, leaving him with a question mark ahead of Sunday's action. Johansson has so far played in every game this […]

Travis Konecny To Remain Out On Saturday

Philadelphia Flyers winger Travis Konecny (upper body) will miss a fifth straight game on Saturday against Ottawa. There was initially hope of him being ready to return, but that won't be the case. The Flyers now hope to have him back in action on Monday versus St. Louis. Konecny has been in top form throughout […]

Lukas Dostal Sets New Ducks Record With 52 Saves

Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal had a memorable night in the crease on Friday against New Jersey, helping the team to a 4-3 victory with a 52-save effort. It's the most saves a rookie netminder has had in Ducks history in a winning effort. Dostal's special night included an extraordinary finish, as the Devils were […]

Dylan Strome Collects Three Points In Friday's Win

Washington Capitals center Dylan Strome had a three-point outing in Friday's 5-2 victory over Philadelphia. After entering the first intermission in a 2-0 deficit, Strome led Washington's comeback effort with a goal and two assists. He had a power-play helper for a third time in four games. Strome's productive work with the man advantage has […]

Matias Maccelli Extends Scoring Streak With Three-Point Outing

Arizona Coyotes left wing Matias Maccelli led all scorers with three points in Friday's 5-3 win over the Senators. He produced a pair of power-play assists and capped off the scoring with an empty-net goal. Arizona was stuck on a 14-game losing streak ahead of Friday's action, but Maccelli has found ways to stay productive […]

Brady Tkachuk Makes Early Exit Friday

Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (undisclosed) didn't complete Friday's contest against Arizona, leaving his status up in the air for Saturday's outing against Philadelphia. The Senators captain played 18:46 in a rough contest for the Senators, who lost the game 5-3 in front of home crowd. The Coyotes entered the action carrying a 14-game losing […]

Mason McTavish Sustains Lower-Body Injury Friday

Anaheim Ducks forward Mason McTavish was knocked out from Friday's matchup against New Jersey by a lower-body injury. He saw only 5:47 of ice time in the contest. Before exiting, McTavish helped Frank Vatrano to open the scoring with his 23rd assist of the season, reaching 40 points for the campaign in his 52nd appearance. […]

Cam Reddish Probable For Saturday's Matchup

Los Angeles Lakers guard/forward Cam Reddish (ankle) carries a probable tag ahead of Saturday's big matchup against Denver. Following a lengthy absence with an ankle injury, the 24-year-old has played in back-to-back games and looks ready for more action on Saturday. Reddish logged 20 minutes against the Clippers on Thursday as he returned from a […]

Walker Kessler Listed As Questionable Saturday

Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler (foot) is considered questionable for Saturday's matchup against the Heat. He was out of the lineup for the ninth time this season on Thursday against Orlando, having sustained a right foot sprain. Luka Samanic broke into the rotation without Kessler on Thursday, posting eight points and four rebounds in 12 […]

Cam Thomas Still On The Shelf Saturday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas (ankle) will remain sidelined for a third consecutive game on Saturday versus Atlanta. He continues to nurse a right ankle sprain and will have his next chance to return on Monday versus Memphis. The rest of the Brooklyn backcourt has received a boost without Thomas, while his absence has given […]

Ben Simmons A Question Mark For Saturday

Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Ben Simmons (leg) is questionable to face the Hawks on Saturday. He's carrying a sore left leg and might be unavailable for a third consecutive contest. Dennis Schroder has had a good spell in the starting unit with Simmons unavailable. Brooklyn already faced Atlanta on Thursday, and Schroder put in a very […]

Cody Martin Exits Early With Ankle Injury

Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Cody Martin sprained his left ankle against Philadelphia on Friday and wasn't able to finish the game. He soaked in 32 minutes of action before suffering the injury and played well. Martin was Charlotte's lone starter with a positive plus/minus in a 121-114 loss, scoring 12 points and adding four rebounds, two […]

Seth Curry Tweaks Ankle In Rare Start

Charlotte Hornets guard Seth Curry was forced to an early exit on Friday versus Philadelphia due to a right ankle sprain. Making only his fourth start of the season, the veteran sniper logged 23 minutes before leaving. He had five points with two rebounds, two assists, and one steal. Curry was filling in for Brandon […]

Russell Westbrook Out Indefinitely With Fractured Hand

Los Angeles Clippers point guard Russell Westbrook will be out indefinitely after fracturing his left hand in Friday's 140-115 win over Washington. The former MVP managed to log 10 minutes in the contest, registering six points and an assist with 2-for-3 shooting. Westbrook has been one of the most productive bench players in the league […]

Brandon Miller Out On Friday, Seth Curry Starting

Charlotte Hornets guard/forward Brandon Miller (back) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against Philadelphia. Seth Curry will start in his place. Miller has been downgraded from a questionable status after he wasn't even on the original injury report, which is a strange turn of events. However, Curry won't complain, as he gets a chance […]