Jake Oettinger Starts Against Sweden

Dallas Stars goaltender Jake Oettinger will start for Team USA against Sweden in Monday's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup. With a spot in the championship game already wrapped up for the Americans, Connor Hellebuyck will be rested on Monday, allowing Oettinger to make his first appearance in the tournament. Oettinger had a perfect 3-0-0 record when […]

Jake Sanderson Slots Into Team USA Lineup

Ottawa Senators defenseman Jake Sanderson will join the 4 Nations Face-Off action on Monday, as he is set to slot in the Team USA lineup against Sweden. Sanderson will replace Charlie McAvoy of the Boston Bruins. According to reports, McAvoy is being rested for the matchup and is not dealing with an injury. The Bruins […]

Matthew Tkachuk Ruled Out Monday

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (lower body) will not play in Team USA's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup against Sweden on Monday. Tkachuk, who opened the tournament with a big three-point effort against Finland, suffered a lower-body injury in Saturday's clash against Canada. It looks like he is dealing with only a minor ailment, as Tkachuk's […]

Patrik Laine Collects Two Assists Saturday

Montreal Canadiens winger Patrik Laine played his part in Finland's 4-3 overtime victory against Sweden at the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday with two assists. He logged his first helper when Florida Panthers forward Anton Lundell put the Finns on the board midway through the first frame, and Laine's second assist came in a power-play […]

Mikael Granlund Pots Overtime Winner Against Sweden

Dallas Stars forward Mikael Granlund netted the decisive goal as Finland beat Sweden 4-3 in Saturday's 4 Nations Face-Off clash. Following a goalless third period, less than two minutes had been played in the extra frame when Granlund found the back of the net in a three-on-one situation. Florida Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola picked up […]

Filip Gustavsson Battling An Illness

Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson did not complete Saturday's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup for Sweden against Finland due to an illness, as reported by Dan Rosen of NHL.com. Gustavsson started the game but exited after the first period, having allowed two goals on four shots. Linus Ullmark of the Ottawa Senators replaced him and helped […]

Jordan Binnington Earns Another Start For Team Canada

St. Louis Blues goaltender Jordan Binnington will remain Team Canada's starter in Saturday's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup against the U.S. The 31-year-old allowed three goals on 26 shots in the tournament opener against Sweden but came up big in overtime with multiple saves, earning himself another chance to start ahead of Adin Hill of the […]

Connor Hellebuyck Remains In Team USA Crease Saturday

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will stay between the sticks for Team USA for Saturday's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup against Canada. Hellebuyck has been exceptional for Winnipeg throughout the NHL season and also began the 4 Nations Face-Off with a remarkable performance. He ended Thursday's 6-1 win over Finland with 20 saves and a .952 […]

Sam Bennett Enters Canada's Lineup On Saturday

Florida Panthers center Sam Bennett will be inserted into the lineup by Team Canada on Saturday against Team USA. He will take the place of Philadelphia Flyers star Travis Konecny, who had a tough time in the 4 Nations Face-Off opener against Sweden. Konecny went minus-two across 10:20 of action, finishing with no points and […]

Cale Makar A Game-Time Call Saturday

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (illness) is considered a game-time decision for Team Canada's 4 Nations Face-Off clash against Team USA on Saturday night. "I'm not going to confirm [Makar is in]," Canada head coach Jon Cooper said Saturday morning. "He'll be a game-time decision. But trust me, this won't be a decision where we […]

Amir Coffey Ruled Out For Thursday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Amir Coffey (knee) will be inactive as the team wraps up a back-to-back on Thursday against the Utah Jazz. Coffey played 18 minutes in Wednesday's victory over the Memphis Grizzlies but landed on the injury report with left knee soreness. The team has downgraded him from questionable to out ahead of […]

Brandon Ingram Expected To Miss At Least One More Month

Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram (ankle) will not make his debut for the team anytime soon. Sportsnet's Michael Grange has reported that Ingram isn't projected to be back for at least a month. The former All-Star has suited up for only 18 games in 2024-25 due to a high-grade left low ankle sprain suffered on […]

Chet Holmgren Back In Action Thursday

Oklahoma City Thunder forward/center Chet Holmgren (rest) will return to action in Thursday's matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The talented big man has only recently returned from a 39-game absence, and the team rested him for the first leg of a back-to-back against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night. Holmgren's return will push Aaron Wiggins […]

Anthony Edwards Ready To Play Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves guard/forward Anthony Edwards (hip) will play in Thursday's big matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Initially, there was uncertainty surrounding Edwards when Minnesota listed him as questionable for the game. However, he has now been confirmed as a starter for the contest. The Timberwolves will be missing three of their regular starters on […]

Nikola Jovic Available Thursday

Miami Heat forward Nikola Jovic (knee) will be active on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks. The 21-year-old has been battling various health issues recently and is currently on the injury report with a left knee contusion. However, Miami has upgraded him from probable to available. Jovic has put together a few impressive stretches in 2024-25 […]

Duncan Robinson Good To Go Against Mavericks

Miami Heat guard/forward Duncan Robinson (illness) has officially been listed as available for Thursday's matchup against the Dallas Mavericks. He initially carried a probable tag on the injury report. Robinson is back in the lineup after missing Wednesday's meeting with the Oklahoma City Thunder due to a stomach bug. The illness has taken out Andrew […]

Gary Payton II Out Against Rockets

Golden State Warriors guard/forward Gary Payton II (leg) is a late scratch for Thursday's matchup against the Houston Rockets. He didn't appear on the initial injury report before the team ruled Payton II out due to a right peroneal contusion. With Payton II's absence, Golden State loses one of its best defenders, but the late […]

Mike Conley Not Ready To Return Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves point guard Mike Conley (finger) will remain in street clothes for Thursday's game against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has been ruled out for a fourth consecutive game after Minnesota initially listed Conley as questionable on the injury report. Conley's injury has increased the fantasy values of Nickeil Alexander-Walker and Rob Dillingham. Both […]

Rudy Gobert Out On Thursday

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's meeting with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The French giant is battling back spasms, with the team downgrading his status from questionable to out. Naz Reid already benefits from Julius Randle's (groin) absence and will now get a further boost. The likes of Joe […]

Dante Exum Cleared To Play Thursday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Dante Exum (Achilles) will suit up for Thursday's clash against the Miami Heat. He sat out Wednesday's matchup against the Golden State Warriors and was initially on the injury report with a questionable designation. The Mavericks receive much-needed help with Exum back, as the team is down to its bare bones with […]

Klay Thompson Will Not Play On Thursday

Dallas Mavericks guard/forward Klay Thompson (foot) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Miami Heat after being downgraded from questionable to out. Thompson logged 34 minutes on Wednesday in a special matchup against his former team, the Golden State Warriors, and the Mavericks will manage his workload by giving the veteran the night […]

Kyrie Irving Ruled Out Against Heat

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving (shoulder) will miss Thursday's matchup against the Miami Heat. On Wednesday, Irving led the Mavericks to victory with a monster 42-point effort against the Golden State Warriors, and he gets a well-earned rest day on Thursday. Irving's absence opens up tons of usage for the likes of Spencer Dinwiddie, Max […]

Jabari Smith Jr. On Track To Return After The All-Star Break

Houston Rockets forward/center Jabari Smith Jr. (hand) is set to rejoin the action after the All-Star break. NBA insider Chris Haynes reported that Smith Jr., who fractured his hand on Jan. 1, is aiming for a return on Feb. 21 against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 21-year-old has averaged 11.9 points, 6.5 rebounds, and 1.0 blocks […]

Drew Eubanks Remains Out Against Jazz

Los Angeles Clippers center Drew Eubanks (ankle) is not ready to face his former team, the Utah Jazz, on Thursday. He is nursing a left ankle sprain, which will sideline Eubanks for a second consecutive contest. The Jazz traded Eubanks to the Clippers on Feb. 1, but he has suited up for only three games […]

Amir Coffey Questionable Thursday

Los Angeles Clippers forward Amir Coffey (knee) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's tilt against the Utah Jazz. A sore left knee might keep Coffey sidelined after he logged 18 minutes in Wednesday's win against the Memphis Grizzlies. So far, Coffey has missed only one game this season. He has been a solid contributor […]

Jordan Eberle Starts Conditioning Stint In AHL

Seattle Kraken right wing Jordan Eberle (pelvic) has been assigned to the AHL's Coachella Valley Firebirds on a conditioning loan. Eberle has missed three months of action following pelvic surgery, but it looks like he is getting close to returning to the Kraken lineup. The veteran winger posted six goals and 11 points in 17 […]

Matthew Tkachuk Enters 4 Nations Face-Off In Red-Hot Form

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk begins the 4 Nations Face-Off with Team USA on Thursday in red-hot form. Prior to the tournament, he scored in six consecutive outings with the Panthers, amassing 13 total points (seven goals, six assists) during that stretch. It's the third-longest goal streak in franchise history. Tkachuk has posted 57 points […]

Shea Theodore Out Week-To-Week

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore (upper body) was labeled as week-to-week by the team on Thursday. Theodore appeared to have hurt his arm in Team Canada's 4-3 overtime win against Team Sweden on Wednesday in the 4 Nations Face-Off. It's a bad blow for Theodore, who is having a very successful campaign in 2024-25 […]

Juuse Saros Named Finland Starter For Thursday

Nashville Predators goaltender Juuse Saros will protect the crease for Finland against Team USA on Thursday in the 4 Nations Face-Off. Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen of the Buffalo Sabres will serve as his backup, while Kevin Lankinen of the Vancouver Canucks has been scratched for the contest. Saros has helped Finland secure a couple of silver medals […]

Connor Hellebuyck To Face Finland Thursday

Winnipeg Jets goaltender Connor Hellebuyck will be Team USA's starter in Thursday's 4 Nations Face-Off matchup against Finland. The Michigan native is having a spectacular campaign with the Jets and has rightfully earned the nod ahead of Jake Oettinger of the Dallas Stars and Jeremy Swayman of the Boston Bruins. Hellebuyck leads the league in […]