March 3, 2026
Vancouver Canucks defenseman Pierre-Olivier Joseph (upper body) didn't finish Monday's 6-1 loss to the Dallas Stars, Izzy Cheung of The Hockey News reports. Joseph logged 10:36 of ice time in the Canucks' sixth consecutive defeat. Canucks head coach Adam Foote revealed postgame that Joseph would get X-rays on his injury. The 26-year-old blue-liner has made 24 appearances for the Canucks in 2025-26, recording five points (one goal, four assists), 18 shots, and 19 blocks with a minus-12 rating. He has been limited to 13:18 of ice time per game. Joseph may have a larger role after the trade deadline, but he doesn't warrant any fantasy consideration.
--Taavi PailkSource: Izzy Cheung
March 3, 2026
Los Angeles Kings right wing Joel Armia (upper body) has been placed on Injured Reserve. The Finnish veteran missed a second consecutive game on Monday night against the Colorado Avalanche. Armia has notched 20 points (10 goals, 10 assists) in 53 contests this season, sitting tied for the league lead with four short-handed goals. The Kings recalled Jared Wright from the minors ahead of Monday's game, and he made his NHL debut in Armia's place. L.A.'s attack was also without Trevor Moore (illness) and Quinton Byfield (upper body) on Monday, opening a spot in the lineup for another debutant, Kenny Connors.
--Taavi PailkSource: Los Angeles Kings
March 3, 2026
Colorado Avalanche winger Artturi Lehkonen (upper body) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Anaheim and will miss time, Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports. The Finnish forward suffered an upper-body injury on Monday against the Los Angeles Kings, exiting the contest after taking only three shifts. With Lehkonen out, the Avalanche must cope without their fourth-highest scoring forward. In 59 contests, Lehkonen has contributed 19 goals and 23 assists. Victor Olofsson or Ross Colton could slot into the top six during Lehkonen's absence, while the Avalanche must also tweak their second power-play unit.
--Taavi PailkSource: Evan Rawal
March 3, 2026
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore is dealing with an illness, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports. The 2026 Olympian is the victim of an illness that has been spreading in the team's locker room, leaving Theodore's status uncertain for Tuesday's contest against the Buffalo Sabres. Without Theodore, Vegas would have a big hole in the lineup, as he has recorded 27 points (seven goals, 20 assists), 95 shots, 68 blocks, and a plus-13 rating across 48 appearances this season. Ben Hutton is expected to fill in for Theodore if he isn't feeling well enough to play.
--Taavi PailkSource: Danny Webster
March 3, 2026
Vegas Golden Knights forward Mitchell Marner is battling an illness, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports. Golden Knights head coach Bruce Cassidy revealed that an illness was going around the locker room, affecting Marner, Shea Theodore, and a third, unnamed player. Marner has been a good fit in Vegas this season, posting 59 points (16 goals, 43 assists) in as many games. He has been used throughout the lineup, most recently as the second-line center. If Marner can't play in Tuesday's matchup with the Buffalo Sabres, Tomas Hertl will likely get a chance to join the top six.
--Taavi PailkSource: Danny Webster
March 3, 2026
Vegas Golden Knights right wing Mark Stone (upper body) is day-to-day, according to head coach Bruce Cassidy. The oft-injured star suffered an upper-body injury in Sunday's loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins. However, it appears Stone avoided a major injury and could be in contention to return to the lineup on Tuesday night against the Buffalo Sabres. Stone has racked up 60 points (21 goals, 39 assists) in 43 games this season, averaging the sixth-most points in the league (1.40 per game). Alexander Holtz is poised to replace Stone in the lineup if he's forced to miss additional time.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sportsnet
March 2, 2026
Detroit Red Wings forward Alex DeBrincat scored and added an assist in Monday afternoon's win versus the Nashville Predators. Halfway through the second period, DeBrincat assisted on Lucas Raymond's 20th goal of the year, and then with 28 seconds left in the game, he scored an empty-net goal to make it 4-2. DeBrincat now has 31 goals and 29 assists on the campaign, and he is leading the Red Wings in scoring.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
March 2, 2026
Columbus Blue Jackets right winger Kirill Marchenko scored twice and added an assist in Monday's 5-4 overtime victory against the New York Rangers. His first goal came on the power play with 4:28 left in the first period, and the second one was the game-winning goal in overtime. Marchenko now has 23 goals and 27 assists for 50 total points in the 2025-26 season. He will continue to provide top-100 value for fantasy managers.
--Marko23Source: NHL.com
March 2, 2026
Los Angeles Kings winger Trevor Moore (illness) will miss Monday's contest against the Colorado Avalanche. He will exit the lineup due to illness after contributing an assist in Saturday's 2-0 win over the Calgary Flames. Overall, Moore has recorded seven goals and nine assists in 47 games this season. With Moore unavailable, Kenny Connors will make his NHL debut. During his first pro year, Connors has amassed nine goals and 20 assists in 49 AHL appearances. He is expected to skate with Warren Foegele and Corey Perry on the third line.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
March 2, 2026
Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty (lower body) will remain out on Monday against Colorado but could return to the lineup for Thursday's matchup with the Islanders. Doughty sustained a lower-body injury last week and will miss a second straight game on Monday. The veteran rearguard leads the Kings in average ice time at 22:48 in 50 games. Yet Doughty has struggled to make an impact offensively, posting 14 points (three goals, 11 assists). In Doughty's absence on Saturday against Calgary, Cody Ceci enjoyed increased ice time, while Jacob Moverare slotted into the lineup.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
March 2, 2026
Dallas Stars center Roope Hintz (illness) won't be available for a third consecutive game on Monday night against the Vancouver Canucks. He continues to work his way back from illness and could be available for the second leg of a back-to-back on Tuesday against Calgary. Arttu Hyry will remain in the lineup on Monday, while Wyatt Johnston will continue to center the first line. On Monday, Johnston has a chance to record his second three-game multi-point streak of the season. He has tallied three goals and one assist in two games since play resumed after the Olympic break.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
March 2, 2026
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Zach Werenski (illness) is a game-time decision for Monday's tilt against the New York Rangers, Aaron Portzline of The Athletic reports. The star defenseman is dealing with an illness and may exit the lineup for the fifth time this season. Werenski ranks second among defensemen with 65 points (20 goals, 45 assists) in 54 games. Egor Zamula is expected to join the lineup if Werenski can't play. At the same time, Ivan Provorov is likely to see more ice time, while Denton Mateychuk may return to power-play duty.
--Taavi PailkSource: Aaron Portzline
March 2, 2026
Philadelphia Flyers winger Travis Konecny (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Monday's matchup with the Toronto Maple Leafs, TSN's Mark Masters reports. The Flyers could be without Konecny for only the second time this season. Konecny is on pace for a second consecutive 70-point campaign. He leads Philadelphia with 57 points (23 goals, 34 assists) in 58 games. If Konecny can't play, Owen Tippett may get a top-six role, with Nicolas Deslauriers likely to fill the void in the lineup.
--Taavi PailkSource: Mark Masters
March 2, 2026
Detroit Red Wings goaltender John Gibson (upper body) left Monday's 4-2 win over the Nashville Predators after the first period. He suffered an upper-body injury in the contest, saving 10 of 11 shots before his premature exit. Cam Talbot had 18 saves on 19 shots as Gibson's replacement. Injuries have been a consistent theme throughout Gibson's career, but he has performed well when available this season. The Pittsburgh native boasts a 23-12-2 record, a 2.57 goals-against average, a .905 save percentage, and four shutouts. Only Ilya Sorokin (6) has had more shutouts this season in the NHL.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
March 2, 2026
The Edmonton Oilers are acquiring defenseman Connor Murphy from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for a second-round draft pick, Sportsnet's Mark Spector reports. The Blackhawks will retain 50 percent of Murphy's $4.4 million cap hit. The Oilers, who have allowed 3.33 goals per game this season, hope Murphy will help improve their defense. From a fantasy perspective, he doesn't have a lot of value. In 60 outings with the Blackhawks this season, Murphy recorded 13 points (four goals, nine assists), 55 shots, 87 blocks, and 62 hits. The 32-year-old moved to Chicago in 2017 after being a first-round pick in 2011 by the Arizona Coyotes.
--Taavi PailkSource: Mark Spector
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