Evgeni Malkin to Remain Out Thursday

Pittsburgh Penguins forward Evgeni Malkin (upper body) is not traveling with the team for Thursday's road game against the Ottawa Senators, Michelle Crechiolo of the Penguins' official site reports. The Russian star will miss a second consecutive game with an upper-body injury. Malkin is averaging over a point per game for the first time in […]

Mattias Samuelsson a Game-Time Call Wednesday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (illness) is a game-time decision for Wednesday's matchup with the Boston Bruins, Heather Engel of NHL.com reports. After missing practice on Tuesday due to illness, Samuelsson skated on Wednesday morning. Having Samuelsson available would be a big boost for the Sabres. The 26-year-old has taken huge strides this season, registering […]

Jonathan Quick Remains Unavailable Wednesday

New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick (upper body) won't suit up on Wednesday against the Toronto Maple Leafs, Mollie Walker of the New York Post reports. According to Rangers head coach Mike Sullivan, Quick is "not there yet" but is "getting closer" to returning. The veteran netminder, who has a 5-16-2 record this season, suffered […]

Victor Hedman Takes Leave of Absence

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (illness) has taken a temporary leave of absence for personal reasons, the team announced on Wednesday. The Lightning captain has sat out three games due to illness and is now expected to miss some more time. Emil Lilleberg has been playing in Hedman's absence, but he doesn't offer any […]

John Carlson Sets Up Three Goals Tuesday Night

Anaheim Ducks defenseman John Carlson produced three assists in Tuesday's 5-3 victory over the Vancouver Canucks. His playmaking made an impact twice during even-strength play in the second period, and he had a power-play assist in the third. The 36-year-old became the oldest blue-liner in the Ducks' history with a multi-assist period and a three-assist […]

Joel Hofer Picks Up Sixth Shutout of the Season

St. Louis Blues goaltender Joel Hofer frustrated the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night, recording his sixth shutout of the season in a 3-0 win. He made 21 saves, bringing him within one of tying Ilya Sorokin of the New York Islanders for the most shutouts in 2025-26. While Jordan Binnington was Team Canada's No. 1 […]

John Tavares Records Three Assists in Tuesday's Win

Toronto Maple Leafs center John Tavares had three assists as the team beat the Boston Bruins 4-2 on the road on Tuesday night. Two of his assists came during power-play situations. Tavares had more than two points in a game for only the second time this season. However, he has been in fine form since […]

Arseni Gritsyuk Scheduled for Imaging Wednesday

New Jersey Devils winger Arseni Gritsyuk (undisclosed) is scheduled for imaging on Wednesday after being hurt in Tuesday's win over Dallas, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports. Gritsyuk bagged an assist in New Jersey's 6-4 win, but he was injured late in the game. The 25-year-old rookie has recently seen his offensive form […]

Tony DeAngelo Suffers Lower-Body Injury Tuesday

New York Islanders defenseman Tony DeAngelo (lower body) was limited to 6:09 of ice time in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. He sustained a lower-body injury in the first period as the Islanders' blue line suffered another blow. Ryan Pulock (lower body) was hurt last week and sat out a second straight game […]

Emmitt Finnie Enters Concussion Protocol

Detroit Red Wings forward Emmitt Finnie entered concussion protocol on Tuesday, Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press reports. He missed the final few minutes of Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Ottawa after absorbing a heavy hit. Detroit has just gotten Dylan Larkin and Andrew Copp back from injuries, but it looks like the team […]

Barrett Hayton Sustains Upper-Body Injury Tuesday

Utah Mammoth center Barrett Hayton suffered an upper-body injury in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Edmonton Oilers. He was involved in a collision with teammate Jack McBain and ended his night after logging only 17 seconds of ice time. Hayton's absence resulted in McBain and Logan Cooley taking on extra work. The two could enjoy […]

Cedric Coward Returns From Three-Game Absence

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Cedric Coward (personal) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Wednesday's clash against the San Antonio Spurs. He has missed three games for personal reasons. With Ty Jerome (ankle) and Jaylen Wells (toe) exiting the lineup on Wednesday, Coward could take on one of the leading roles on offense, though […]

Jaylen Wells Won't Play Against Spurs

Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward Jaylen Wells (toe) has been ruled out for Wednesday's meeting with the San Antonio Spurs. He injured his right big toe in Monday's blowout loss to Atlanta and won't be part of the Grizzlies' lineup for only the third time this season. Cedric Coward (personal) will return on Wednesday, helping to fill […]

Ty Jerome Unavailable Wednesday

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ty Jerome (ankle) won't suit up on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs. Jerome has rarely played in back-to-back contests and won't be part of the lineup on Wednesday night after a 17-point, four-assist effort in Monday's loss to Atlanta. His absence will open up a spot in the starting lineup […]

Brice Sensabaugh Resting on Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward Brice Sensabaugh (rest) won't play on Wednesday against the Washington Wizards. The 22-year-old battled an illness last week but returned from a two-game absence on Monday against Toronto, finishing with 24 points. Sensabaugh has scored at least 20 points in six straight outings, averaging 21.4 points per game in March. However, he […]

Kyle Filipowski Dealing With Illness, Unlikely to Play Wednesday

Utah Jazz forward/center Kyle Filipowski (illness) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Washington Wizards. Centers have consistently dominated the Wizards, but Filipowski will likely miss this chance due to illness. His absence would open up playing time for Oscar Tshiebwe, Kevin Love, and Blake Hinson. Tshiebwe is the likeliest candidate to take over the […]

Jakob Poeltl Could Miss Another Game Wednesday

Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Los Angeles Clippers. On Monday, he didn't play in the second leg of a back-to-back against Utah due to lower back injury management. It's an issue that has bothered Poeltl all season, but he's sat out only three games since […]

Immanuel Quickley Questionable Wednesday

Toronto Raptors point guard Immanuel Quickley (foot) is considered questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Los Angeles Clippers. The team has him listed on the injury report with right foot plantar fasciitis. Quickley's absence on Wednesday could give Jamal Shead a second consecutive start. In a starting role, Shead has played well all season and […]

Brandon Clarke to Miss Rest of Season

Memphis Grizzlies forward/center Brandon Clarke (calf) won't return to action this season, the team announced. The 29-year-old suffered a right calf strain in December and will finish the season with only two appearances. Clarke was unavailable before December due to offseason knee surgery. Memphis expects Clarke to make a full recovery ahead of the 2026-27 […]

Ja Morant Done for the Season

Memphis Grizzlies point guard Ja Morant (elbow) will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season, the team announced. The star guard has been on the shelf since late January with a left elbow injury. According to the Grizzlies, Morant is making progress in his recovery from a UCL sprain and recently received a platelet-rich plasma […]

Royce O'Neale Available Tuesday Night

Phoenix Suns forward Royce O'Neale (knee) will play on Tuesday against the Denver Nuggets, Duane Rankin of the Arizona Republic reports. He has recently dealt with left knee soreness, missing three games. However, Phoenix listed O'Neale as probable on the initial injury report, and he has officially received the green light to play. O'Neale has […]

Grayson Allen Cleared for Action Tuesday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (knee) will return to the lineup on Tuesday night against the Denver Nuggets, Duane Rankin of the Arizona Republic reports. He has sat out four games to manage a left knee injury. The team initially listed Alles as questionable for Tuesday's action. Despite battling a knee injury, Allen has had […]

Brandon Ingram Questionable for Wednesday's Game

Toronto Raptors guard/forward Brandon Ingram (heel) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's tilt against the Los Angeles Clippers. He was a late scratch on Monday night against Utah due to right heel inflammation and may remain sidelined for another game. Ja'Kobe Walter performed well in Monday's game as Ingram's replacement in the first unit and […]

Ryan Dunn Won't Play Against Nuggets

Phoenix Suns forward Ryan Dunn (groin) will miss Tuesday's clash against the Denver Nuggets. He was listed late on the injury report with a questionable tag and has now officially been ruled out. The 23-year-old sophomore is bothered by right groin soreness. Phoenix looks poised to get O'Neale (knee) back on Tuesday night, and his […]

Paul George Officially Available Wednesday

Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward Paul George (suspension) will return to action on Wednesday against the Chicago Bulls. He has finished his 25-game suspension for violating the NBA's anti-drug policy, and the team hasn't listed George on the injury report. 76ers head coach Nick Nurse mentioned earlier this week that George won't need a ramp-up period, so […]

Igor Chernyshov Returns to Sharks Lineup

San Jose Sharks winger Igor Chernyshov (concussion) will suit up on Tuesday against the Nashville Predators, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. The 20-year-old has missed four games due to a concussion. Chernyshov was red-hot in his first few career appearances and has totaled 11 points (three goals, eight assists) in 16 games. […]

Dylan Larkin Good to Go Tuesday

Detroit Red Wings center Dylan Larkin (leg) will play on Tuesday against the Ottawa Senators. He was initially considered a game-time call for the clash. Larkin has missed seven games due to a leg injury. The Red Wings captain will open the game on the first line with Lucas Raymond and Emmitt Finnie. In three […]

Logan O'Connor, Ross Colton Available Tuesday

Colorado Avalanche forwards Logan O'Connor (hip) and Ross Colton (upper body) will be in the lineup on Tuesday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. O'Connor will make his season debut after recovering from offseason hip surgery, and Colton is returning to action after missing six games due to an upper-body injury. Colton will skate with Brock Nelson […]

Sean Couturier Returns From Two-Game Absence

Philadelphia Flyers center Sean Couturier (upper body) has been cleared to return from a two-game absence on Tuesday against the Columbus Blue Jackets, Jordan Hall of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. The Flyers will also get Luke Glendening (lower body) and Denver Barkey (upper body) back, giving the team a nice boost for a matchup against […]

Morgan Rielly Back in Action Tuesday

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (lower body) will return from a one-game absence on Tuesday against the Boston Bruins. He will resume his duties on the first defensive pairing and the second power-play unit. Philippe Myers will make room in the lineup for Rielly, who has totaled 33 points (nine goals, 24 assists) in […]