Lauri Markkanen Expected to Return Tuesday

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (conditioning) is expected to rejoin the lineup on Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Clippers, Andy Larsen of The Salt Lake Tribune reports. The team has officially listed Markkanen as questionable for the game. Markkanen has missed the past seven games due to illness. He will return at a good […]

Keyonte George Resting Tuesday

Utah Jazz guard Keyonte George (rest) won't be in action on Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Clippers. He will take the night off to rest as Utah kicks off a back-to-back. George is likely to return to the lineup on Wednesday against the Golden State Warriors. In George's absence, Isaiah Collier and Walter Clayton […]

Malik Monk Tagged as Questionable for Tuesday

Sacramento Kings guard Malik Monk (ankle) is questionable to play on Tuesday against the New York Knicks. He's dealing with soreness in his right ankle, which could sideline him during what has been his best stretch of the season. Monk has posted 18.6 points and 3.2 assists per game over the past five contests. On […]

Zach LaVine Iffy for Tuesday's Action

Sacramento Kings guard/forward Zach LaVine (back) is considered questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the New York Knicks. He may have to skip a second straight game due to a sore lower back. LaVine's absence on Sunday against the Detroit Pistons resulted in Nique Clifford getting his fourth career start. The 23-year-old rookie had a good […]

Kawhi Leonard Questionable Tuesday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Utah Jazz. Last week, he returned to the lineup from a three-game absence, but the two-time Finals MVP still isn't fully healthy. Still, Leonard has previously played despite his knee issue and a questionable tag, so there's a good chance he […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo Without Timetable for Return

Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) doesn't have a timetable for his return, head coach Doc Rivers said on Monday. The former MVP suffered a right calf strain on Friday night against the Denver Nuggets. After the game, Antetokounmpo said he expects to miss 4-6 weeks. The same injury sidelined Antetokounmpo for most of December, […]

Devin Booker Unavailable This Week

Phoenix Suns guard Devin Booker (ankle) won't be available this week, sitting out a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Brooklyn Nets. On Sunday, the team announced that it plans to re-evaluate Booker in one week, meaning he will be unavailable for at least a few more games after Tuesday night. Phoenix lost its […]

Jonas Brodin to Miss 6-8 Weeks

Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (lower body) will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports. The recovery timeline began last week. Brodin was already ruled out for the Olympics, and it looks like he will also miss some time after the tournament. Minnesota's blue line is without Zach Bogosian (lower body) […]

Kasperi Kapanen Returns From Three-Game Absence Monday

Edmonton Oilers right wing Kasperi Kapanen (lower body) will be back in the lineup on Monday night against the Anaheim Ducks. He missed a week of action due to a lower-body injury, sitting out three games. The Finnish forward will grab a second-line spot, pushing Andrew Mangiapane out of the lineup. Unfortunately, Kapanen has struggled […]

Lawson Crouse Available Against Lightning

Utah Mammoth winger Lawson Crouse (illness) is expected to return to the lineup on Monday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. After a pair of big performances, Crouse was forced to sit out Saturday's matchup against the Nashville Predators due to illness. Liam O'Brien is set to make way for him in the lineup. Crouse has […]

Carson Soucy Won't Play Monday

New York Rangers defenseman Carson Soucy will miss Monday's game against the Boston Bruins for roster management purposes. He is expected to be traded to the New York Islanders. The Rangers' neighbors are looking for additional help in defense after losing Alexander Romanov (shoulder) for several months. Soucy moved to New York less than 12 […]

Rasmus Ristolainen Returns to Flyers Lineup

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen (upper body) was activated from Injured Reserve and will return to the lineup for Monday's tilt against the New York Islanders. The Finnish veteran has been sidelined for six games due to an upper-body injury. Ristolainen has made 13 appearances this season, registering three assists, 24 shots, 24 blocks, and […]

Ryan Pulock Misses Second Consecutive Game

New York Islanders defenseman Ryan Pulock (upper body) will be out for a second consecutive game on Monday against the Philadelphia Flyers. The hardworking blue-liner sustained an upper-body injury on Wednesday against the Seattle Kraken. Pulock has improved offensively in 2025-26, tallying 21 points (two goals, 19 assists) in 50 appearances. He leads the Islanders […]

Simon Holmstrom a Game-Time Call Monday

New York Islanders right wing Simon Holmstrom (illness) is considered a game-time decision for Monday's meeting with the Philadelphia Flyers. The Swedish forward is battling an illness and could miss his second game of the season. Holmstrom is hoping to post a second consecutive 40-point campaign in 2025-26, sitting on 12 goals and 12 assists […]

Scott Wedgewood Activated From Non-Roster List

Colorado Avalanche goaltender Scott Wedgewood (personal) was activated from the non-roster list. He is ready to rejoin the action after missing Sunday's win over the Toronto Maple Leafs for personal reasons. Wedgewood's wife, Brittany, gave birth to their second child on Thursday. Wedgewood is having an extraordinary season, sharing the league lead with a 2.18 […]

Nikita Zadorov Questionable for Monday

Boston Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov (lower body) didn't practice on Sunday, Steve Conroy of the Boston Herald reports. The Russian veteran was injured during Saturday's 4-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens. While he was able to finish the game, it's unclear whether Zadorov can play on Monday against the New York Rangers. So far, he […]

Stephen Halliday Injured Sunday

Ottawa Senators forward Stephen Halliday (undisclosed) didn't finish Sunday's 7-1 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights. He left the game in the third period after Golden Knights forward Tomas Hertl hit him into the stanchion. It was an unfortunate end to a big performance, as Halliday was one of the stars in the win. The […]

Jack St. Ivany Exits With Upper-Body Injury Sunday

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Jack St. Ivany (upper body) exited Sunday's 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks in the first period. He saw only 2:54 of ice time before leaving the action due to an upper-body injury. St. Ivany had collected four assists over his last two outings before Sunday's game, providing a creative spark from […]

Brock Boeser Takes Hit to the Head

Vancouver Canucks winger Brock Boeser (head) was on the receiving end of a high hit at the end of Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. Penguins forward Bryan Rust hit Boeser in the head with an extended elbow as time expired. Canucks head coach Adam Foote called it a "vicious headshot." "I'm sure the […]

Evgeni Malkin Suffers Apparent Injury in Sunday's Win

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin (undisclosed) appeared to have gotten hurt during Sunday's 3-2 win over the Vancouver Canucks. He was seen grabbing his shoulder on the bench as the Penguins celebrated their win at the end of the game. Malkin scored Pittsburgh's first goal on Sunday and has looked fantastic since returning from an […]

Philipp Kurashev Joins Sharks for Road Trip

San Jose Sharks forward Philipp Kurashev (upper body) will join the team for its upcoming five-game road trip, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. He is expected to return to action at the end of the trip. Kurashev has missed 17 games due to an upper-body injury. The forward did a good job […]

Charle-Edouard D'Astous Placed on Injured Reserve

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Charle-Edouard D'Astous (lower body) was placed on Injured Reserve, Diandra Loux of The Hockey News reports. D'Astous appeared to injure his left leg during Saturday's loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets. He was one of three Lightning blue-liners to exit the game early, along with Erik Cernak (upper body) and Max […]

William Nylander Doesn't Have Timeline for Return

Toronto Maple Leafs forward William Nylander (groin) missed a fifth consecutive game on Sunday against the Colorado Avalanche and doesn't have a timeline for his return. The Swedish star skated before practice on Saturday as he works his way back from a groin injury. Nylander has showcased superb form when in the lineup this season, […]

Teuvo Teravainen Remains Out Sunday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Teuvo Teravainen (upper body) will miss his sixth consecutive game on Sunday against the Florida Panthers. He took part in the morning skate, wearing a non-contact jersey, indicating Teravainen is close to returning. However, the Finnish forward will miss at least one more game. Teravainen has had a decent campaign in 2025-26, […]

David Kampf Scratched on Sunday

Vancouver Canucks center David Kampf will exit the lineup on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Penguins, Sportsnet's Brendan Batchelor reports. He will be replaced by Aatu Raty, who has missed two games as a healthy scratch. Kampf has been quiet with the Canucks since signing a one-year, $1.1 million deal with the team in November. In […]

Kris Letang Expected to Return Sunday

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang (upper body) is poised to return to action on Sunday night against the Vancouver Canucks. The Penguins have been without Letang for two games after he suffered an upper-body injury. Erik Karlsson also recently returned to the lineup, giving Pittsburgh two top options in defense. With Karlsson back in action, […]

Linus Ullmark Dresses as Backup Sunday

Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark (personal) will return to the lineup on Sunday against the Vegas Golden Knights, Julian McKenzie of The Athletic reports. Ullmark, who has missed 14 games for personal reasons, will dress as Mads Sogaard's backup. He hasn't played for the Senators since Dec. 27. Ottawa has a light two-game week coming […]

Nicolas Hague Out Week-to-Week

Nashville Predators defenseman Nicolas Hague (lower body) was labeled week-to-week before Saturday's loss to the Utah Mammoth. He exited the lineup due to a lower-body injury, with Adam Wilsby (lower body) filling in for Hague in his return from a four-game injury absence. The injury to Hague will all but end his attempt to reach […]

Simon Edvinsson Misses Second Straight Game

Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson (lower body) will sit out a second straight game on Saturday against the Winnipeg Jets. On Thursday, Edvinsson was a late scratch for a matchup against the Minnesota Wild, and he hasn't shaken off a lower-body injury in time for Saturday's game. Edvinsson has made a mark at both […]

Alexandre Texier Cleared for Original Six Matchup

Montreal Canadiens winger Alexandre Texier (lower body) will return to action on Saturday against the Boston Bruins. The French forward missed a couple of games earlier this week due to a lower-body injury. Since moving to Montreal in late November, Texier has seen a lot of success, posting 16 points (seven goals, six assists) in […]