December 23, 2025
Boston Bruins winger Viktor Arvidsson (lower body) could return from a five-game absence on Tuesday against the Montreal Canadiens, as he is considered a game-time decision. If he is cleared for action, Arvidsson is expected to rejoin the second line and operate on the second power-play unit. This has been Arvidsson's second spell out this season, with the Swedish veteran limited to 25 appearances. He has recorded seven goals and 14 points. Arvidsson scored a 3-2 game-winning goal on the power play when Boston and Montreal clashed for the first time this season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Washington Capitals right wing Ryan Leonard (shoulder) was activated from Injured Reserve and is set to end a seven-game absence on Tuesday against the New York Rangers. The exciting rookie will hope to continue where he left off. Just before he was injured, Leonard exploded for a four-point outing and had a stretch of eight points (two goals, six assists) in six games. He is tied for fifth in scoring among first-year players, sitting on 18 points (seven goals, 11 assists) in 29 games. On Tuesday, Leonard may see increased ice time if Tom Wilson (undisclosed) gets ruled out.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Washington Capitals right wing Tom Wilson (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Tuesday's tilt against the New York Rangers. The power forward wasn't available for the morning skate and may miss his first game of the season due to an undisclosed injury. It's been a monster year for Wilson, who leads the Capitals in goals (17), points (34), and hits (97) after 36 games, putting himself in the frame for a spot on Team Canada for the Olympics. Ryan Leonard (shoulder) is available following a seven-game absence and could take Wilson's spot in the top six on Tuesday.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Montreal Canadiens center Phillip Danault (illness) will enter the lineup for Tuesday's tilt against the Boston Bruins. He is set to make his second Canadiens debut after the team reacquired him from the Los Angeles Kings late last week. The veteran forward will link up with Alexandre Texier and Josh Anderson on the third line. The 2025-26 campaign has been a nightmare for Danault so far, as he has gone goalless in 30 appearances with five assists. He is expected to have a much better scoring rate now that he is back with the Canadiens. During his first stint in Montreal, Danault produced 194 points (54 goals, 140 assists) in 360 games.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
San Jose Sharks right wing Collin Graf (face) will be in the lineup on Tuesday against the Vegas Golden Knights. He will play despite taking a puck to the face at Monday's practice and leaving the session early. The 23-year-old has had a couple of great weeks, posting nine points (six goals, three assists) in eight games. He has scored in back-to-back games while skating with Macklin Celebrini and Igor Chernyshov on the top line. Additionally, Graf has been part of the second power-play unit. In total, he has notched 19 points (nine goals, 10 assists) in 35 outings. Another goal on Tuesday would give Graf a second three-game goal streak this month.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Vegas Golden Knights center Jack Eichel (illness) will remain sidelined on Tuesday against the San Jose Sharks, missing a fourth consecutive contest. Vegas' leading scorer dropped out of the lineup last week due to an illness and remains day-to-day. His next chance to return will be on Saturday night against the Colorado Avalanche. During Eichel's absence, Mitchell Marner has worked as a center, while Tomas Hertl has seen more usage. The Czech forward has responded with a three-game point streak and will try to match his second-longest scoring streak of the season in Tuesday's meeting with his former team. It's a superb matchup for the Golden Knights against the seventh-worst defense in the NHL.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Seattle Kraken defenseman Vince Dunn (upper body) has been ruled out for Tuesday's clash against the Los Angeles Kings. He exited Monday's victory over the Anaheim Ducks with an upper-body injury and will miss at least one game. Dunn joins Brandon Montour (hand) on the shelf, leaving the Seattle defense in a tough spot. Ryker Evans is set to join the top-four group on Tuesday and will work on the first power-play unit. Meanwhile, Cale Fleury will take Dunn's spot in the lineup. He is also projected to join the second power-play unit. L.A. allows the second-fewest goals in the league (2.51), making this a difficult matchup for the Kraken.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
San Jose Sharks defenseman Timothy Liljegren (upper body) won't play on Tuesday against the Vegas Golden Knights, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. The Swedish blue-liner suffered an upper-body injury during the morning skate ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Seattle Kraken. San Jose plans to re-evaluate Liljegren after Christmas. Liljegren is an important piece in the backline for the Sharks, averaging over 20 minutes of ice time. However, his fantasy stock is at an all-time low, as Liljegren has managed only four assists in 28 games and has no goals. Defensively, the 26-year-old has contributed 63 blocks and 25 hits.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sheng Peng
December 23, 2025
San Jose Sharks forward Will Smith (upper body) is week-to-week, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. "We're gonna re-evaluate him in the New Year," Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky said. "He's making steps daily to getting better. So that's the big positive." San Jose has four games to go until the calendar flips. Smith has had a highly productive sophomore campaign, posting 29 points (12 goals, 17 assists) in 33 appearances. He has already missed the last three games. The Sharks are also missing Philipp Kurashev (upper body) and could be without Collin Graf (face) after he was struck by a puck at Monday's practice. The injury issues have allowed Graf and Igor Chernyshov to move up to the first line. Should Graf also be unavailable, Jeff Skinner may have a rare chance to play in the top six on Tuesday night against the Vegas Golden Knights.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sheng Peng
December 23, 2025
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin (upper body) has landed on Injured Reserve and is considered week-to-week. He will be absent for a second straight contest on Tuesday against the Florida Panthers. Slavin has been really unlucky with injuries this campaign, as he had just returned from a lower-body problem. Overall, the 31-year-old has made only five appearances in 2025-26, going scoreless with four shots and eight blocks. Due to Slavin's injury issues, K'Andre Miller has enjoyed increased usage on the blue line. Miller ranks third on the team with 30 blocks and has notched 13 points (two goals, 11 assists) in 28 appearances.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis (upper body) has been labeled as week-to-week. He will miss a second consecutive game on Tuesday night against the Florida Panthers, and a few more absences look to be on the horizon for Jarvis due to an upper-body injury. On Saturday, Carolina placed its top goal-scorer on Injured Reserve. Jarvis has potted 19 goals in 34 games, adding 10 assists. He is also a physical presence in the lineup, registering 43 hits this campaign. With Jarvis on the shelf, Jackson Blake has an opportunity to skate on the first line. After a rough few weeks, Blake has averaged a point per game over his last four outings. He has tallied 10 goals and 22 points in 35 games during the season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh notched a game-high three points in Monday's 4-1 triumph over the St. Louis Blues. His power-play goal in the first period proved to be the game-winning marker, and Raddysh completed his three-point night with two assists. The 29-year-old has been one of the major surprises in fantasy hockey this season, averaging nearly a point per game. Through 30 outings, Raddysh has contributed eight goals and 19 assists. He is well on course to surpass his career high of 37 points from last season. With Victor Hedman (elbow) out until February, Raddysh will play a prominent role on Tampa's blue line for several more weeks.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
December 23, 2025
Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment lit the lamp twice in Monday's 3-1 road win over the Los Angeles Kings. Both tallies came on the power play during the first period. This was Marchment's second outing with his new crew, and he already has three goals to his name. Marchment has quickly adapted to his new surroundings and is well-positioned to maintain his strong offensive form, having secured a spot on the first line and the second power-play unit. For the entire campaign, Marchment has registered seven goals and 16 points in 31 appearances.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
December 23, 2025
Seattle Kraken defenseman Vince Dunn (undisclosed) was injured during the third period of Monday's 3-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks. He left the contest after taking a big hit from Ducks forward Ross Johnston. The Kraken may now be without their top two defensemen on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Kings. Prior to Monday's game, the team announced that Brandon Montour (hand) will be out for four weeks. The two lead Seattle in ice time and have combined for over 30 points. Dunn has recorded 19 points (five goals, 14 assists), 81 shots, and 38 blocks in 34 contests.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sportsnet
December 22, 2025
New York Islanders goaltender Ilya Sorokin (undisclosed) won't be available for Tuesday's tilt against the New Jersey Devils. The team announced that Sorokin is dealing with a nagging injury. He is expected to return to the lineup after the Christmas break. Sorokin has blown hot and cold in 2025-26, posting a 12-10-2 record. He has registered three shutouts with a 2.55 goals-against average and a .910 save percentage. The Russian netminder began December with a five-game winning streak before losing back-to-back starts. David Rittich is expected to start on Tuesday, with Marcus Hogberg being called up from the minors to provide cover.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
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