Craig Smith Expected To Return On Wednesday

Chicago Blackhawks center Craig Smith (back) is expected to rejoin the action on Wednesday against the Edmonton Oilers. He has been sidelined for 11 games due to a back injury. Smith has posted six goals and 11 points in 30 appearances with the Blackhawks this season. He has averaged only 11:41 of ice time and […]

Quinn Hughes To Remain Out On Thursday

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (lower body) has not traveled with the team for Thursday's game against the San Jose Sharks, meaning he will be out for a third straight contest. Hughes has been hurt with the 4 Nations Face-Off tournament just around the corner, raising understandable fears that he might also not be able […]

Mitchell Marner Labeled As Day-To-Day

Toronto Maple Leafs right wing Mitchell Marner (lower body) is considered day-to-day. The Maple Leafs played their first game without Marner this season on Tuesday against the Calgary Flames. However, Marner is not expected to miss extended time. The team will return to action on Thursday when the Seattle Kraken visit Toronto. Max Domi was […]

Josh Manson Sustains Lower-Body Injury

According to Brennan Vogt of Mile High Hockey, Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson (lower body) sustained an injury during Tuesday's contest against the Vancouver Canucks. Manson suffered this injury during the second period and did not take the ice in the final frame. Before exiting, he tallied two hits and two penalty minutes. Fantasy managers […]

Jordan Greenway Expected To Return After International Break

According to Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres left wing Jordan Greenway (undisclosed) is targeting a return following the international break. Harrington noted that Greenway "should be ready" for their first game out of the break against the New York Rangers on February 22. Greenway has been sidelined since mid-December due to an […]

Tage Thompson Resumes Skating, Still In Concussion Protocol

According to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (concussion) skated on his own Wednesday morning but is still in concussion protocol. Head coach Lindy Ruff said that Thompson "feels good" but would still need to pass through the protocol to return to action. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his […]

Dylan Cozens Battling Lower-Body Injury

According to Bill Hoppe of the Times Herald, Buffalo Sabres center Dylan Cozens (lower body) is battling an injury and should be viewed as day-to-day. The 23-year-old has not missed a game this season. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status leading up to their next contest on Saturday evening against the Nashville Predators. Over […]

Ilya Lyubushkin Exits Early On Tuesday

According to Robert Tiffin, Dallas Stars defenseman Ilya Lyubushkin (undisclosed) exited early during Tuesday's contest against the Anaheim Ducks. Tiffin noted that the team did not provide an update on Lyubushkin's status after the game. The 30-year-old was sidelined during the entire third period. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to […]

Sidney Crosby Absent During Wednesday's Practice

According to Michelle Crechiolo of Pens Inside Scoop, Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby (upper body) was absent during Wednesday's practice. The captain sustained this injury during their shootout loss to the New Jersey Devils on Tuesday evening but eventually returned later in the game. Head coach Mike Sullivan noted, "I don't have any more specifics. […]

William Nylander Scores Hat Trick On Tuesday

Toronto Maple Leafs right wing William Nylander scored a hat trick during their victory over the Calgary Flames on Tuesday evening. Nylander scored his first goal of the evening in the second frame on the power-play. In the final minutes of the period, Nylander found the back of the net again, this time during 5-on-5 […]

Connor McDavid Tallies Three Points On Tuesday

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid tallied three points during their 3-2 overtime victory over the St. Louis Blues on Tuesday evening. McDavid opened the scoring in the second frame by netting a power-play goal. Later in the third, McDavid would tally the primary assist on Leon Draisaitl's game-tying goal in the final minutes. Then, in […]

Ilya Sorokin Stands Tall On Tuesday

New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin stopped 33 of the 34 shots he faced en route to defeating the Vegas Golden Knights on Tuesday evening. Sorokin's lone blemish came in the third period when Brandon Saad found the back of the net on a backhand. The Knights dominated the shot total, but Sorokin was able […]

Alex Tuch Leads The Way In Victory

Buffalo Sabres right wing Alex Tuch tallied three points during their 3-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets on Tuesday evening. In the opening frame, Tuch tallied the secondary assist on Bowen Byram's sixth goal of the season. Then, in the second frame, Tuch found the back of the net twice. Both of these goals […]

Jeremy Swayman Shuts The Door On Wild On Tuesday

Boston Bruins goaltender Jeremy Swayman stopped all 35 shots he faced en route to defeating the Minnesota Wild on Tuesday evening. The shot total was even, but Swayman was able to lead the way. After tallying just seven shots in the opening frame, the Wild went on to log 14 shots in each of the […]

Nick Paul Exits Early On Tuesday

According to the team, Tampa Bay Lightning center Nick Paul (undisclosed) sustained an injury during Tuesday's victory over the Ottawa Senators. Paul logged just over one minute of ice time before exiting the contest. Fantasy managers should continue monitoring his status leading up to their next game on Thursday evening, which is a rematch against […]

Dylan Guenther Returns To Utah Lineup

Utah Hockey Club right wing Dylan Guenther (lower body) will rejoin the action on Tuesday against the Philadelphia Flyers, ending a 12-game absence. The talented winger is set to replace Lawson Crouse, who will be a healthy scratch for the contest. Utah head coach Andre Tourigny will partner Guenther with Barrett Hayton and Michael Carcone […]

Nick Leddy Back For Blues Tuesday

St. Louis Blues defenseman Nick Leddy (lower body) has been activated from Injured Reserve and will rejoin the lineup for Tuesday's tilt against the Edmonton Oilers. Leddy hasn't played since Oct. 15, missing 49 games. He began the campaign on St. Louis' first defensive pairing, although Leddy went scoreless in four appearances. On Tuesday, Leddy […]

Andrei Svechnikov On Track To Return Tuesday

Carolina Hurricanes winger Andrei Svechnikov (upper body) looks ready to return to the lineup on Tuesday against the Winnipeg Jets. After missing Saturday's clash against the Los Angeles Kings, Svechnikov rejoined his teammates in practice on Monday. The Russian forward is projected to join Taylor Hall and Jesperi Kotkaniemi on the second line, while he […]

Mavrik Bourque Misses Tuesday's Game

Dallas Stars center Mavrik Bourque (face) will not be in the lineup on Tuesday against the Anaheim Ducks. He took a puck to the face in Sunday's matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets and will sit out at least one game, with Colin Blackwell stepping into the lineup as Bourque's replacement. Bourque has picked up […]

Miro Heiskanen Out Month-To-Month

Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen (knee) is considered month-to-month after undergoing surgery. Dallas will be without its No. 1 defenseman for a third consecutive game on Tuesday against the Anaheim Ducks and won't have him back anytime soon. The knee injury will also force Heiskanen to skip the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off tournament. Heiskanen is […]

Troy Terry Considered A Game-Time Decision Tuesday

Anaheim Ducks right wing Troy Terry (illness) is a game-time call for Tuesday's tilt against the Dallas Stars. Anaheim's top scorer is battling to overcome an illness and may be out for a second straight game. In his last appearance against the Calgary Flames, Terry saw a four-game scoring streak come to an end. He […]

Oliver Ekman-Larsson A Game-Time Call Tuesday

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson (lower body) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's matchup against the Calgary Flames. The Swedish blue-liner sustained an injury over the weekend during a game against the Edmonton Oilers. Ekman-Larsson has had a productive campaign with the Maple Leafs, currently holding a career-best plus-15 rating and totaling 21 points […]

Quinn Hughes Out On Tuesday

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (lower body) will miss a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Colorado Avalanche. A lower-body injury has put Hughes' fantastic season to a halt. The Canucks star leads all blue-liners with 59 points and has been held off the score sheet only five times since December. Hughes has posted […]

Zach Werenski Will Not Play On Tuesday

According to Jeff Svoboda of the Columbus Blue Jackets, defenseman Zach Werenski (undisclosed) will not play against the Buffalo Sabers on Tuesday evening. Werenski sustained this injury during their loss to the Dallas Stars on Sunday evening. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their next game on Thursday evening when […]

Alex Nedeljkovic Starting On Tuesday

According to Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Alex Nedeljkovic will get the starting nod on Tuesday evening against the New Jersey Devils. Nedeljkovic is riding a two-game winning streak. He also posted his first shutout of the season in his last start on Saturday evening against the Nashville Predators, as he […]

Logan Thompson Facing Florida On Tuesday

According to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News, Washington Capitals goaltender Logan Thompson will get the starting nod on Tuesday evening to face the Florida Panthers. Thompson will look to bounce back from a poor showing on Saturday evening when he allowed five goals to the Winnipeg Jets. This was just the second time this […]

Tage Thompson Ruled Out On Tuesday

According to Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News, Buffalo Sabres center Tage Thompson (upper body) will not suit up on Tuesday evening to face the Columbus Blue Jackets. Thompson sustained this injury during their victory over the New Jersey Devils on Sunday evening. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status leading up to their […]

Erik Haula Viewed As Game-Time Decision On Tuesday

According to Bill Spaulding of MSG Networks, New Jersey Devils center Erik Haula (ankle) is viewed as a game-time decision for Tuesday's contest against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Haula performed well during practice and could be nearing a return. The 33-year-old has missed the previous 12 contests due to this injury. However, seeing him return to […]

Nico Daws Starting On Tuesday

According to Bill Spaulding of MSG Networks, New Jersey Devils goaltender Nico Daws will get the starting nod against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday evening. This will be Daws' first start of the 2024 campaign. He appeared in one game on Sunday, February 2, in relief of Jake Allen. He stopped all seven shots he […]

Ryan Hartman Suspended For 10 Games

According to the league, Minnesota Wild right wing Ryan Hartman has been suspended for 10 games due to roughing Ottawa Senators center Tim Stuzzle on Saturday evening. Hartman has received several suspensions throughout his career. This is his fifth career suspension. As a result, fantasy managers should not expect Hartman back in the lineup until […]