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Marcus Johansson Returns To Action Tuesday
Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Johansson (lower body) will return to action for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Vegas Golden Knights. The Swedish veteran missed Game 4 due to a lower-body injury. With over 100 games under his belt in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Johansson is an experienced postseason performer, but he has had a limited impact this year. In three appearances, Johansson has registered one assist, one shot, and four blocks while averaging 13:53 of ice time. Johansson is expected to skate on the second line with Ryan Hartman and Mats Zuccarello. His return will bump Vinnie Hinostroza out of the lineup.
Source: Sarah McLellan
Source: Sarah McLellan
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Evander Kane Signs With KHL Team
Left wing Evander Kane has taken his talents to the KHL for the rest of the season, signing a one-year contract with HC Sibir Novosibirsk. Despite a decent 31-point campaign with the Vancouver Canucks in 2025-26, Kane couldn't secure a new NHL deal this offseason. In total, he's played for five NHL franchises, posting 648 points (339 goals, 309 assists) in 1,001 career games. We may see Kane back in the NHL if he performs well in Russia. At 35, he should still have something left in the tank.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Colton Dach Available for Wednesday's Game
Edmonton Oilers center Colton Dach (illness) practiced on Tuesday and is on track to rejoin the lineup on Wednesday against Philadelphia, Jason Gregor of Sports 1440 Edmonton reports. Dach has missed Edmonton's last two games due to illness. He's projected to replace Max Jones in the bottom-six group. While Dach adds grit to the Oilers' lineup, he should remain a free agent in fantasy leagues. The 23-year-old has recorded four points (three goals, one assist), 28 SOG, 29 hits, and 10 penalty minutes in 13 games this season.
Source: Jason Gregor
Source: Jason Gregor
Dylan Guenther Questionable Wednesday
Utah Mammoth winger Dylan Guenther (undisclosed) is questionable for Wednesday's tilt against the Vegas Golden Knights, Brogan Houston of the Deseret News reports. Guenther missed a second consecutive practice on Tuesday. When asked about his status, Mammoth head coach Andre Tourigny wasn't ready to confirm whether Guenther would be available for Wednesday's game. Utah's hot 37.1 percent power play would take a big hit if Guenther doesn't play, as he's posted five goals and four assists with the man advantage. Overall, Guenther has tallied 12 points (six goals, six assists) in 18 games.
Source: Brogan Houston
Source: Brogan Houston
Noah Hanifin Week-to-Week With Undisclosed Injury
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Noah Hanifin (undisclosed) won't play Wednesday against the Utah Mammoth and is listed as week-to-week. The 2026 Olympic champion sustained an undisclosed injury in Sunday's win over Buffalo. Hanifin leads Vegas with 35 blocks and has six points (two goals, four assists) in 19 games. Parker Wotherspoon (upper body) is nearing a return and may replace Hanifin Wednesday. If he isn't ready to play, the Golden Knights must bring up a defenseman from the minors.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Troy Terry Likely to Make Season Debut Wednesday
Anaheim Ducks right wing Troy Terry (hip) is expected to make his season debut in Wednesday's contest against the Nashville Predators. He's started the campaign on long-term Injured Reserve after undergoing hip surgery in June. Terry has had a long road to recovery and may be rusty at first, but he can make a big fantasy contribution once he finds his rhythm. Last season, Terry averaged a career-high 0.93 points per game, finishing with 19 goals and 38 assists in 61 outings.
Source: Anaheim Ducks
Source: Anaheim Ducks
Aleksander Barkov, Brad Marchand Could Return in Two Weeks
Florida Panthers forwards Aleksander Barkov (knee) and Brad Marchand (knee) could be back in action in a couple of weeks. On Tuesday, both players skated with the team for the first time since early-season knee injuries. Their recovery is on schedule, and Panthers head coach Paul Maurice said they are expected to return "within two weeks." Lars Eller and Jack Devine will have reduced roles once Florida gets its two key forwards back. The return of Barkov and Marchand should significantly boost Florida's offense, adding fantasy appeal to everyone in the top-six group.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Nick Cousins "Not Doing Great" After Leaving Loss With Injury
Ottawa Senators left wing Nick Cousins (upper body) will likely miss time after being injured in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Washington Capitals. He couldn't finish the contest after taking a heavy hit from Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun late in the third period. "He's not doing great," Senators head coach Travis Green said about Cousins after the game. "I thought it was a head shot to a player who wasn't ready for it. They must have saw it different." Cousins started Tuesday's game on the second line, but he typically doesn't have a big role on offense, averaging 9:45 of ice time. He has posted two goals and one assist in 19 games. Sammy Blais is his likely replacement if Cousins misses time.
Source: Sportsnet
Source: Sportsnet
Mats Zuccarello Rejoins Kings Lineup Tuesday
Los Angeles Kings right wing Mats Zuccarello (upper body) will return from a six-game absence on Tuesday against the Nashville Predators. The Norwegian veteran will start the game on the third line and join the second power-play unit. Kings head coach Peter Laviolette said he plans to monitor Zuccarello's minutes since he hasn't played in a while. Zuccarello also missed time earlier in the season, meaning he has suited up for just six games in 2026-27. He's been limited to one assist. The Kings are also expected to get Kevin Fiala (lower leg) back this week, making the team a much bigger offensive threat going forward.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Michael McCarron Good to Go Against Canadiens
Minnesota Wild center Michael McCarron (upper body) will play in Tuesday's matchup with the Montreal Canadiens. Due to an upper-body injury, McCarron exited the lineup Saturday night against Tampa Bay, but he will avoid a second consecutive absence. McCarron has recently filled second-line center duties for the Wild, scoring in two of his last three appearances. While McCarron is best known for his physical play and has delivered 53 hits in 18 games, he has also done a good job offensively. The 31-year-old has earned eight points (three goals, five assists), putting him tied for sixth in scoring among Wild forwards.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Jared Spurgeon Returns From Five-Game Absence
Minnesota Wild defenseman Jared Spurgeon (lower body) will suit up on Tuesday against the Montreal Canadiens, ending a five-game absence. Minnesota has been in a tough spot, playing without Spurgeon and Brock Faber (skull), but the blue line will get a big piece back on Tuesday. Spurgeon has recorded five points (one goal, four assists), 13 SOG, 19 blocks, eight hits, and a plus-six rating in 10 games this season. He will join Quinn Hughes on the first defensive pairing and link up with the second power-play unit. With Spurgeon back, there's no spot for David Spacek in the lineup.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Josh Morrissey Cleared to Face Devils
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey (wrist) will return to action on Tuesday against the New Jersey Devils, Ken Wiebe of The Winnipeg Free Press reports. He's been out for over a month due to a wrist injury. Before landing on the shelf, Morrissey showed good form, posting three assists and five blocks in four games. Now that he's healthy again, Morrissey will reclaim a spot on the first defensive pairing and on the top power-play unit. Dylan Samberg and Neal Pionk will see less ice time, though Pionk should remain on fantasy radars.
Source: Ken Wiebe
Source: Ken Wiebe
Jack Roslovic on Track to Return Tuesday
Toronto Maple Leafs forward Jack Roslovic (lower body) is expected to rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against the Colorado Avalanche, TSN's Mark Masters reports. After missing Sunday's loss to New Jersey with a lower-body injury, Roslovic was back on the top line during Tuesday's morning skate. Roslovic has been a bright spark for the Maple Leafs, averaging a point per game in 18 outings. He has eight goals and 10 assists. Roslovic has never managed more than 45 points in an NHL season, so he's clearly playing the best hockey of his career right now.
Source: Mark Masters
Source: Mark Masters
Morgan Rielly Remains Out Tuesday
Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly (lower body) will be absent for a second straight game on Tuesday against the Colorado Avalanche. He couldn't play Sunday against New Jersey after sustaining a lower-body injury the day before against Montreal. Unfortunately, Rielly hasn't recovered quickly enough to avoid missing another game. In 18 outings this season, Rielly has done everything but score. He has 12 assists, 21 SOG, 23 blocks, and eight hits. Without Rielly, Oliver Ekman-Larsson has a larger role, while Dakota Mermis has filled the void in the lineup.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Cale Makar Available Tuesday
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (lower body) will play against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Tuesday night. The star rearguard has been dealing with a lower-body injury and left Sunday's practice early, but this issue won't keep him out of any game action. Makar has erupted for two goals and eight assists in his last five games. In total, he's managed 21 points (five goals, 16 assists) in 17 games. The Maple Leafs have struggled recently and won't have Morgan Rielly (lower body) on the blue line, boosting Makar's chances of staying hot on Tuesday.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Matvei Michkov Wants to Leave Philadelphia
Philadelphia Flyers winger Matvei Michkov is seeking a change of scenery, according to ESPN's Kevin Weekes. The talented forward has had a couple of tough years in Philadelphia, with limited ice time and even time spent as a healthy scratch. Although Michkov leads the team with 10 goals and is tied for the team-high with 14 points, five forwards have averaged more ice time than him this season. Michkov is in the final year of his entry-level contract and is set to become a restricted free agent in the summer. It's hard to see him agreeing to an extension with the Flyers, and a trade could benefit both sides.
Source: Kevin Weekes
Source: Kevin Weekes
Christian Dvorak Sets Up Two Goals as Flyers Earn Rare Win
Philadelphia Flyers center Christian Dvorak tallied a game-high two points as the team recorded a 3-1 road win against the Vancouver Canucks on Monday. The Flyers picked up only their fifth win of the season, with Dvorak contributing two assists. His passing ability helped Michael Bunting open the scoring just 2:03 into the game, and Dvorak earned a power-play assist as Travis Konecny lit the lamp early in the second period. Dvorak is one of only a few Flyers players who can be happy with their contribution in 2026-27. The 30-year-old has produced three goals and seven assists in 20 games, ranking third on the team in scoring.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Tyler Toffoli Collects Two Points Against Islanders
San Jose Sharks winger Tyler Toffoli contributed a goal and an assist in Monday's 3-2 shootout victory over the New York Islanders. Having lost five consecutive games, the Sharks fell behind twice, but Toffoli's quality helped them return to winning ways. The veteran forward had a hand in two goals despite logging just 10:57 of ice time. The Sharks have limited Toffoli's playing time due to his poor form. Before Monday night, he had finished seven straight games without a point. Toffoli went ice-cold after a four-game point streak. San Jose will hope Toffoli returns to his early-season form. His overall numbers aren't bad, with 11 points (five goals, six assists) in 20 games.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Leon Draisaitl Nets Two Goals in Monday's Win
Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl found the back of the net twice as the team defeated the New York Rangers 3-1 on Monday night. Connor McDavid got the scoring started in the first period, and Draisaitl took things over with goals in the second and third frames. His second marker went down as a short-handed tally, scored into an empty net as the Rangers chased an equalizer. This was Draisaitl's fifth multi-point effort in his last six games. He leads the NHL with 18 goals and sits second with 36 points. The German superstar can post his second five-game goal streak of the season in Wednesday's matchup against the struggling Philadelphia Flyers.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Logan Mailloux Set for Season Debut Tuesday
St. Louis Blues defenseman Logan Mailloux (hand) was activated from Injured Reserve and is expected to make his season debut in Tuesday's clash against Detroit. The Blues started the campaign without Mailloux after he underwent hand surgery on Sept. 27. In 2025-26, Mailloux had a decent rookie season, finishing with 13 points (five goals, eight assists), 81 SOG, 56 blocks, and 93 hits. Since Mailloux has been dealing with a hand injury, he's been skating regularly and should be in a good spot physically despite his long absence. St. Louis appears to have big plans for him, as the 23-year-old is projected to work on the first defensive pairing against the Red Wings.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
Rasmus Sandin Nearing Season Debut
Washington Capitals defenseman Rasmus Sandin (knee) practiced fully on Monday, a sign that he's getting close to his season debut. Vincent Desharnais (appendectomy) was also on the ice, and Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery said both players are "around the corner." Sandin is traveling with the team on its two-game road trip, which begins Tuesday night in Ottawa. While he won't play on the trip, we should see Sandin back in action soon. The Swedish rearguard underwent ACL surgery in April after missing a second consecutive 30-point campaign by a single point.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
