Auston Matthews Extends Point Streak To Nine Games

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews reached his season-best point streak on Sunday, extending it to nine games by logging a goal and an assist in the 6-5 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins. He potted the team's third goal and landed an assist when William Nylander scored the game-winner with a minute played in the […]

Sidney Crosby Bags Three Points In Sunday's Loss

Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby tallied three points as the team dropped a back-and-forth contest against the Toronto Maple Leafs 6-5 in overtime on Sunday. The legendary forward scored a power-play goal and sent out two even-strength assists. With his Sunday's marker, Crosby moved past Bobby Hull for 18th place on the NHL's all-time goals […]

Jack Hughes Exits With Injury Sunday

New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes (undisclosed) was forced to an early exit in Sunday's matchup against the Vegas Golden Knights. He was injured in the third period when he crashed into the boards following a collision with Vegas forward Jach Eichel. "Real hard to see him go down. There's no update," Devils head coach […]

Jacob Markstrom Activated From Injured Reserve Sunday

New Jersey Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom (knee) was activated from Injured Reserve Sunday. He is poised to return to the lineup for Sunday's clash against the Vegas Golden Knights, although it's unclear if Markstrom will start the contest. Markstrom has been out since Jan. 22 due to an MCL sprain. He has played a big […]

Jonas Brodin Deemed Week-To-Week

Minnesota Wild defenseman Jonas Brodin (lower body) is out week-to-week, the team announced on Sunday. The Swedish rearguard sustained a lower-body injury in Friday's matchup against the Colorado Avalanche. Brodin was playing in only his seventh game since recovering from a previous lower-body injury. Health issues have restricted Brodin to just 38 games this season, […]

Matthew Tkachuk Placed On Long-Term Injured Reserve

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (groin) was placed on long-term Injured Reserve Sunday. He has missed four games due to a groin injury, and it remains uncertain when the Panthers will have their star winger back. Tkachuk is the team's second-highest scorer with 57 points, having tallied 22 goals and 35 assists in 52 appearances. […]

Justus Annunen Starts Against Rangers

Nashville Predators goaltender Justus Annunen will defend the crease in Sunday's matchup against the New York Rangers. He takes the ice for the second leg of a back-to-back after watching Juuso Saros struggle against the New York Islanders in Saturday's 7-4 defeat. Annunen has also had a rough ride lately, allowing four or more goals […]

Jonathan Quick Starts For Rangers Sunday

New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick has been confirmed as the starter for Sunday's matchup against the Nashville Predators. The team begins a back-to-back set, and Monday's Battle of New York against the Islanders looks to be reserved for Igor Shesterkin. In his previous 15 starts this season, Quick has managed an 8-5-2 record. Five […]

Reilly Smith Sits Out Sunday's Action

New York Rangers right wing Reilly Smith (roster management) will not be in the lineup on Sunday against the Nashville Predators. He is a candidate to be moved ahead of next week's trade deadline, and the Rangers are protecting their asset by keeping Smith off the ice. Smith is a pending unrestricted free agent and […]

Jason Zucker Remains Out Saturday

Buffalo Sabres left wing Jason Zucker (lower body) will miss a second consecutive game on Saturday against the Montreal Canadiens. Earlier this week, Zucker suffered a lower-body injury while blocking a shot. The veteran has landed on the shelf after registering 44 points (18 goals, 26 assists) in 54 games during a highly productive campaign. […]

Josh Norris, Shane Pinto Available Saturday

Ottawa Senators centers Josh Norris (upper body) and Shane Pinto (upper body) will return to action on Saturday against the San Jose Sharks. Norris is good to go after missing six games, while Pinto will rejoin the lineup following a four-game absence. Brady Tkachuk (lower body) already confirmed on Friday that he will play, so […]

Brad Marchand Suffers An Upper-Body Injury

Boston Bruins left wing Brad Marchand suffered an upper-body injury during Saturday's clash against the Pittsburgh Penguins. He exited the action after absorbing a hit from Penguins defenseman Pierre-Olivier Joseph. Marchand was limited to only three shifts and 2:18 of ice time in the game. The Bruins captain had a slow start to the year […]

Roman Josi Placed On Injured Reserve

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi (upper body) was placed on Injured Reserve Saturday. He is now considered week-to-week after being initially regarded as day-to-day. Josi missed a second consecutive game on Saturday against the New York Islanders. With Josi out, Brady Skjei has taken over as the Predators' No. 1 defenseman. He led all skaters […]

Darnell Nurse Remains Sidelined Saturday

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse (undisclosed) will remain out on Saturday against the Carolina Hurricanes, missing a second consecutive game. Earlier in the week, Nurse was labeled day-to-day, indicating that he isn't dealing with anything serious. However, he isn't game-ready quite yet. Nurse's next chance to return will come on Tuesday against the Anaheim Ducks. […]

Ryan Lindgren Traded To Colorado

The Colorado Avalanche have added defenseman Ryan Lindgren for their blue line in a trade with the New York Rangers. Veteran forward Jimmy Vesey also moved to Denver as part of the deal, while forward Juuso Parssinen, defenseman Calvin de Haan, and two draft picks were sent in the opposite direction. Lindgren has spent his […]

Wild Acquire Gustav Nyquist From Nashville

The Minnesota Wild have acquired winger Gustav Nyquist in a trade with the Nashville Predators, giving up a 2026 second-round draft pick in the transaction. This marks a return to Saint Paul for Nyquist, who finished the 2022-23 campaign with the Wild, notching five points (one goal, four assists) in three regular-season outings. He added […]

Rui Hachimura Without A Timetable

Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (knee) will miss Friday's game against the Los Angeles Clippers and currently has no timetable for his return. Hachimura was injured during Thursday's matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves and was diagnosed with a left knee strain. According to Lakers head coach JJ Redick, Hachimura underwent imaging on his knee […]

Jaxson Hayes Cleared For Friday's Action

Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes (hip) will be active on Friday against the Los Angeles Clippers. He has received a couple of upgrades throughout the day and has now officially been listed as available. On Thursday night against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Hayes put together one of his most productive performances of the season, finishing […]

LeBron James Available Friday Night

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (foot) has been upgraded to available ahead of tip-off against the Los Angeles Clippers on Friday night. As usual, James was on the initial injury report with a probable tag. This will be his third outing in four nights, but James has been excellent in his first couple of […]

Luka Doncic Ready To Face Clippers

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic (calf) will play in Friday's Battle of Los Angeles against the Clippers. Doncic bagged 21 points, 13 rebounds, and five assists in 36 minutes on Thursday against the Minnesota Timberwolves and is good to go again on Friday night, which is great news for fantasy managers. The Lakers listed […]

Norman Powell Downgraded To Out

Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Norman Powell (knee) has been downgraded to out ahead of Friday's game against the Los Angeles Lakers. He was initially listed as questionable on the injury report. Clippers head coach Tyronn Lue told reporters ahead of Friday's game that Powell played through a knee injury prior to the All-Star break. He […]

Rudy Gobert Sits Out Sixth Straight Game

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (back) will miss a sixth straight game on Friday against the Utah Jazz. He is still unavailable due to managing a lower back injury. Naz Reid has had a huge run during Gobert's absence. However, he left fantasy managers disappointed in Thursday's clash against the Los Angeles Lakers, managing only […]

Donte DiVincenzo Upgraded To Available

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Donte DiVincenzo (toe) will be active on Friday against the Utah Jazz. He returned from a 19-game absence on Thursday against the Los Angeles Lakers, posting nine points, five rebounds, six assists, and one steal in 23 minutes. Minnesota initially had DiVincenzo listed as questionable on Friday's injury report. DiVincenzo took only […]

Grayson Allen Out On Friday

Phoenix Suns guard/forward Grayson Allen (foot) will not be available for Friday's rematch against the New Orleans Pelicans. He played only 16 minutes in the same matchup on Thursday, finishing with zero points on 0-for-7 shooting, and the team has ruled Allen out for Friday's game after initially listing him as doubtful. Additionally, there will […]

John Collins Back For Jazz Friday

Utah Jazz forward/center John Collins (back) will return to action in Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He is ready to rejoin the fun after missing three games due to a back problem. Kenyon Martin Jr. and Brice Sensabaugh may see their roles reduced due to Collins' return. Collins has enjoyed a fine campaign in […]

Jordan Clarkson Inactive Against Timberwolves

Utah Jazz guard Jordan Clarkson (foot) will exit the lineup on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has battled left plantar fasciitis for most of the campaign and will miss the action for injury management purposes. Fortunately for the Jazz, Collin Sexton's (ankle) will return from a 10-game absence and should handle most of Clarkson's […]

Lauri Markkanen Misses Third Consecutive Game

Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen (back) is not yet prepared to return to the lineup on Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He is managing a back injury and will miss a third straight game. Jordan Clarkson (foot) also won't be in the lineup, leaving Utah without two of their five leading scorers. Collin Sexton (ankle) […]

Collin Sexton Returning To Action Friday, Will Have A Minutes Restriction

Utah Jazz guard Collin Sexton (ankle) will return from a 10-game absence in Friday's tilt against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has recovered from a left ankle sprain. However, Jazz head coach Will Hardy said that Sexton will have a minutes restriction on Friday. This will give Isaiah Collier a chance to still play a major […]

Brandon Boston Jr. Will Not Play Friday

New Orleans Pelicans guard/forward Brandon Boston Jr. (ankle) will sit out an eighth consecutive game on Friday against the Phoenix Suns. He is struggling to overcome a left ankle sprain. Boston Jr. has looked promising with the Pelicans this season, and the team appears to have big plans for him. On Wednesday, the Pelicans converted […]

Bennedict Mathurin To Miss "A Couple Of Games At Least"

Indiana Pacers guard/forward Bennedict Mathurin (wrist) has been ruled out for Friday's clash against the Miami Heat and is looking at a multi-game absence. In his pre-game brief, Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said Mathurin will be shut down "for a couple of games at least." Indiana lists Mathurin on the injury report with a […]