Tyler Bertuzzi a Game-Time Call Saturday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Tyler Bertuzzi (undisclosed) missed Friday's practice and is considered a game-time call for Saturday night's action against the Toronto Maple Leafs. According to Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill, Bertuzzi is "banged up." Bertuzzi's absence would be a major blow for the Blackhawks, as he's been a monster offensively in recent games. Over […]

Andre Burakovsky Available Saturday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Andre Burakovsky (illness) is poised to rejoin the fun on Saturday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Blackhawks welcomed him back to practice on Friday after Burakovsky had skipped Wednesday's loss to the New Jersey Devils due to illness. Burakovsky heated up late last month and boasts 10 points (five goals, […]

Alex Nedeljkovic Available for Saturday's Action

San Jose Sharks goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic (personal) has been activated from non-roster Injured Reserve and is available for selection on Saturday against the Seattle Kraken. Following a personal leave, Nedeljkovic returned to practice on Friday. He missed two games while being away from the team. The 29-year-old netminder carries a 3-2-2 record, having gone without […]

Filip Hronek Pulled by Concussion Spotter Friday

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Filip Hronek was removed from Friday's loss to the Carolina Hurricanes by a concussion spotter. Late in the third period, Hronek took an elbow to the head from Hurricanes forward Andrei Svechnikov. Hronek finished a 4-3 overtime loss with four blocks and three hits in 24:33 of ice time. Across the season, the […]

Jesperi Kotkaniemi Hurts Ankle in Friday's Win

Carolina Hurricanes center Jesperi Kotkaniemi suffered an ankle injury in Friday's 4-3 overtime win against the Vancouver Canucks, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports. The Finnish forward was limited to 7:19 of ice time in the contest. Kotkaniemi has tallied five points (two goals, three assists) in 15 appearances this season. It appears […]

Seth Jarvis Not Expected to Be Out for Long

Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis (eye) seems to have avoided a serious injury on Friday. According to Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site, Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour doesn't expect to be without Jarvis for long. Jarvis played only a couple of minutes in Friday's win over the Vancouver Canucks, leaving the action after […]

John Gibson Fine for Saturday

Detroit Red Wings goaltender John Gibson (upper body) practiced on Friday and will be available for Saturday's contest against the Buffalo Sabres, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports. Gibson's availability for the game was uncertain after he left Thursday's victory over the Anaheim Ducks early. While Gibson has been deemed healthy to play, Red Wings head […]

Kaiden Guhle Ruled Out for 8-10 Weeks

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Kaiden Guhle (lower body) underwent surgery Thursday for a partially torn adductor muscle and is expected to be out 8-10 weeks, the team announced. The 23-year-old has already been sidelined for nearly a month because of the injury, missing 12 games. He made five appearances before getting hurt, recording two points (one […]

Alex Newhook to Miss Four Months With Broken Ankle

Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Newhook sustained a broken ankle during Thursday's loss to the Dallas Stars and is expected to miss four months, the team announced on Friday. Newhook was injured early in the second period when he crashed feet-first into the boards. In 2025-26, Newhook has been Montreal's fourth-highest scoring forward, notching 12 points […]

Marco Rossi Out Week-to-Week

Minnesota Wild center Marco Rossi (lower body) is considered week-to-week and was placed on Injured Reserve on Friday. He is dealing with a lingering lower-body injury. "Something that was bothering him a little bit and started to get a little bit worse and now he's out," Wild head coach John Hynes said about Rossi's injury […]

Zach Hyman Set for Season Debut Saturday

Edmonton Oilers winger Zach Hyman (wrist) is expected to make his season debut on Saturday against the Carolina Hurricanes. He has missed Edmonton's first 19 games due to a dislocated wrist he suffered during the 2025 Stanley Cup Playoffs. Last season, Hyman had a down year with 44 points (27 goals, 17 assists) in 73 […]

Jack Hughes Sustains Non-Hockey Hand Injury

New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes (hand) is expected to miss Saturday's matchup against the Washington Capitals. According to Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman, Hughes cut his hand during a "fluke accident" at a team dinner. The three-time All-Star leads New Jersey in scoring with 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists) in 17 games. Juho Lammikko will […]

Quinn Hughes a Game-Time Decision Friday

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (undisclosed) is considered a game-time decision for Friday's contest against the Carolina Hurricanes. After missing practice on Thursday, Hughes returned to the ice on Friday morning, but it remains uncertain whether he is healthy enough to play against Carolina. Having collected 13 points (one goal, 12 assists) in 14 games, […]

Shane Pinto Lands Four-Year Extension

Ottawa Senators center Shane Pinto signed a four-year, $30 million extension with the team on Thursday. He celebrated his new contract by scoring his ninth goal of the season in a 5-3 victory over the Boston Bruins. Across 18 outings, Pinto has also tallied six assists, marking a major improvement from his usual production. Before […]

Thomas Chabot to Sit Out Two Weeks

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (upper body) is expected to miss at least two weeks, Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia reports. He sustained an upper-body injury this week and missed his first contest of the season on Thursday night against the Boston Bruins. In 17 outings, Chabot has tallied 10 points (two goals, eight assists), while […]

William Karlsson Out Week-to-Week

Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson (lower body) is considered week-to-week. He missed a second consecutive game on Thursday night against the New York Islanders and faces an extended absence. Earlier this week, the team placed Karlsson on Injured Reserve. The Swedish veteran has made 14 appearances in 2025-26, recording four goals and seven points. […]

Alex Newhook Injured in Big Loss

Montreal Canadiens forward Alex Newhook (lower body) left Thursday's 7-0 loss to the Dallas Stars early in the second period. He was unable to carry on after crashing hard into the boards. Newhook was assisted off the ice by his teammates. The 24-year-old has been a significant offensive contributor for the Canadiens, posting six goals […]

Jeff Skinner Hurt Early on Thursday

San Jose Sharks left wing Jeff Skinner (lower body) was hurt during his first shift on Thursday against the Calgary Flames, exiting the action after logging only 42 seconds of ice time. He suffered a lower-body injury on a hard fall and needed assistance to get off the ice. This season has been disappointing for […]

John Gibson Exits With Upper-Body Injury Thursday

Detroit Red Wings goaltender John Gibson (upper body) exited Thursday's 6-3 victory over the Anaheim Ducks after two periods. This was a special night for Gibson, who made over 500 appearances for the Ducks before moving to Motown. Unfortunately, he had to leave the action early after sustaining an upper-body injury. In the game, Gibson […]

Kaapo Kakko Sustains Lower-Body Injury Thursday

Seattle Kraken right wing Kaapo Kakko (lower body) missed most of Thursday's matchup against the Winnipeg Jets. The Finnish forward potted his first goal of the season late in the first period, but he sustained a lower-body injury during his next shift. This goal also marked Kakko's first point of the campaign after seven appearances. […]

KJ Simpson Probable to Play Friday

Charlotte Hornets point guard KJ Simpson (shoulder) is listed as probable for a meeting with the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. The 23-year-old is dealing with a shoulder issue, but it doesn't appear to be serious enough to prevent him from playing. However, Simpson is unlikely to have a significant role in the rotation moving […]

Ausar Thompson Unavailable Friday

Detroit Pistons guard/forward Ausar Thompson (ankle) will sit out a third straight game on Friday against the Philadelphia 76ers. His season has been halted by a right ankle sprain. Javonte Green has started each of the last two games Thompson has missed and looks poised to remain in the first unit on Friday night. Green […]

Isaiah Stewart in Danger of Missing Fourth Straight Game

Detroit Pistons forward/center Isaiah Stewart (ankle) has been listed as questionable for Friday's matchup against the Philadelphia 76ers. He has missed three games due to a left ankle sprain and may have to sit out another contest on Friday night. Jalen Duren (ankle) is also questionable for Friday's game, meaning Paul Reed could be in […]

Ryan Kalkbrenner Won't Play Friday

Charlotte Hornets center Ryan Kalkbrenner (personal) won't be in the lineup on Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks. The rookie big man has been ruled out for personal reasons. After landing a starting role on the Hornets team, Kalkbrenner has enjoyed a solid start to his NBA career, averaging 9.9 points, 6.8 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks. […]

Zion Williamson to Remain Sidelined Friday

New Orleans Pelicans forward Zion Williamson (hamstring) will remain out on Friday against the Los Angeles Lakers. He will be absent for a sixth consecutive game. However, the team announced on Thursday that Williamson is "progressing well" in his recovery from a Grade 1 hamstring strain and has been cleared for contact. There is a […]

Malik Monk Could Miss Another Game Friday

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk may sit out a second consecutive game on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, as the team considers him questionable for the contest. Monk is experiencing soreness in his left ankle and could miss his fourth game already this month. If Monk can't play on Friday, Russell Westbrook and Keon Ellis […]

Zach LaVine Available for NBA Cup Action Friday

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Zach LaVine (thigh) isn't on the injury report for Friday's NBA Cup game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. A thigh injury kept LaVine sidelined on Wednesday against the Atlanta Hawks, resulting in his second absence of the season. Russell Westbrook returned to the starting lineup on Wednesday night and will presumably head back […]

Domantas Sabonis Considered Questionable for Friday

Sacramento Kings center Domantas Sabonis (ribs) is considered questionable for Friday's NBA Cup tilt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Sabonis has regularly been on the injury report lately due to a left ribcage contusion. However, he has played in each of the past three games, suggesting that the Kings will likely upgrade him to available ahead […]

LaMelo Ball Tagged as Probable for Friday

Charlotte Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball (ankle) looks set to return to the lineup Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks after the team listed him as probable on the injury report. Ball has dealt with right ankle impingement, sitting out five games. Before the injury, Ball had a strong start to the season, averaging 23.3 points, […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Expected to Return Friday

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is likely to return to the lineup on Friday against the Charlotte Hornets, as the team has listed him as probable on the injury report. Antetokounmpo missed his second game of the season on Wednesday against the Hornets due to a small knee issue. Kyle Kuzma moved to the […]