Tyson Barrie Set To Sit As Healthy Scratch

Nashville Predators defenseman Tyson Barrie is set to be a healthy scratch on Saturday versus the Rangers. We might even have seen the last of him in a Predators uniform, as Sportsnet's Elliotte Friedman has reported that the team has given permission to Barrie to talk to other teams regarding a move elsewhere. The 32-year-old […]

Simon Nemec Collects Two Points In NHL Debut

New Jersey Devils defenseman Simon Nemec made his NHL debut and picked up two assists in Friday's 6-3 loss against the Sharks. Nemec was having a productive season with the Utica Comets of the AHL, as he totaled eight points through 13 games to lead all defensemen on the team. The 19-year-old was selected second […]

Simon Nemec Called Up To Devils Friday, Dougie Hamilton Placed On IR

New Jersey Devils defense prospect Simon Nemec has been recalled from the Utica Comets of the AHL. The second pick of the 2022 NHL draft will likely make his debut at some point soon with Dougie Hamilton (upper body) going on IR Friday. The 19-year-old has looked the part in the AHL so far, posting […]

Nikita Zadorov Traded To Vancouver

The Vancouver Canucks have acquired defenseman Nikita Zadorov from the Calgary Flames in exchange for two draft picks. The picks are a 2024 fifth-round and a 2026 third-round selection. Vancouver bolsters their defense by adding Zadorov to the team, as he should immediately see second-pairing minutes for the Canucks. The six-foot-six Russian also adds a […]

Noah Dobson Grabs Three Assists In Thursday's Win

New York Islanders defenseman Noah Dobson helped to set up three goals as the team defeated Carolina 5-4 in overtime on Thursday. Dobson's playmaking came in key moments as well, as he had a hand in all of the team's final three goals, including Mathew Barzal's overtime winner. The 23-year-old has taken a giant leap […]

Juuso Valimaki Back For Coyotes On Thursday

Arizona Coyotes defenseman Juuso Valimaki (mouth) is ready for action again as the team prepares to take on Colorado on Thursday. The Finnish rearguard has missed the last six contests after taking a puck to the mouth in a game against Dallas on Nov. 14. Valimaki showed some good upside last season, but he's gone […]

Dougie Hamilton Won't Play On Thursday

New Jersey Devils defenseman Dougie Hamilton (upper body) will miss Thursday's clash with Philadelphia. He was injured in Tuesday's matchup against the Islanders and is still being evaluated. The 30-year-old exits the lineup having earned 16 points (five goals, 11 assists) in 20 games. Hamilton averages the most ice time among Devils skaters, so he'll […]

Radko Gudas On Track To Return Thursday

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (lower body) was present at the morning skate and looks set to return to action Thursday versus Washington. The hard-hitting blue-liner skipped Tuesday's meeting with Vancouver due to a lower-body injury suffered in the previous game. Gudas provides a fearsome presence at the back for Anaheim, and he's also done […]

Thomas Chabot Activated Off Injured Reserve, Could Play Friday

The Ottawa Senators have activated defenseman Thomas Chabot off of injured reserve and could have him back in its lineup for Friday's road game against the Columbus Blue Jackets. The blueliner has missed the last 10 games and last appeared against the New York Islanders on Oct. 26. It's been a relatively quiet offensive season […]

Mark Giordano Week-To-Week With Broken Finger

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Mark Giordano is listed as week to week with a broken finger, according to head coach Sheldon Keefe. Giordano left the ice favoring his hand during the first period of Tuesday's win over the Florida Panthers and did not return to the game. He had already been ruled out for Thursday […]

Mike Matheson Posts Two Assists In Wednesday's Win

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Mike Matheson bagged two assists in Wednesday's 4-2 win over Columbus. The Canadiens fell behind twice, but Matheson's good eye for a pass helped the team grab the victory. Both of his helpers came inside the final few minutes of the contest. Matheson soaks in massive minutes on the Canadiens blue line […]

Shayne Gostisbehere Exits Early On Wednesday

Detroit Red Wings defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere suffered an upper-body injury in Wednesday's matchup against the Rangers. He left in the third period following a hit from behind. Detroit has another outing scheduled for Thursday versus Chicago, and it looks like Gostisbehere might be unavailable for the contest. The 30-year-old recently had a four-point outing and […]

Shea Theodore Week-To-Week Following Surgery

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore is listed as week to week after undergoing surgery to help fix an upper-body injury. The rear guard has missed his team's last three contests with the ailment and will miss at least several more. It's a tough blow for a player having a big season. Theodore leads all […]

Mark Giordano To Miss Extended Time After Blocking Shot Off Hand

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Mark Giordano (hand) left Tuesday's game early after blocking a shot and will miss some time, according to head coach Sheldon Keefe. This is just another blow for a Leafs defensive core that is already missing Timothy Liljegren and John Klingberg. Giordano isn't the same defender he once was, but he […]

Dougie Hamilton Leaves Game Early Tuesday, Undergoing Evaluation

New Jersey Devils defenseman Dougie Hamilton (upper body) left Tuesday's game against the New York Islanders after the second period and did not return. Head Coach Lindy Ruff didn't say whether or not Hamilton would be available Thursday as he is still being evaluated. The 30-year-old has put up 16 points (five goals, 11 assists) […]

Jake Walman To Return On Wednesday

Detroit Red Wings defenseman Jake Walman (illness) will be back from a two-game spell on the sidelines Wednesday against the Rangers. The 27-year-old was forced to miss his first two contests of the year due to an illness, but he's back in game shape, and the Red Wings will be delighted to have Walman available […]

Radko Gudas Out Of Commission On Tuesday

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas won't play Tuesday against Vancouver due to a lower-body injury. The team considers his day-to-day. Gudas scored his fourth goal of the season a couple of games back and has tallied seven points in 21 games. He has also racked up 58 hits and 47 blocks with a plus-seven rating. […]

Thomas Chabot Expected Back On Friday

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (hand) is on track to return to the lineup on Friday versus Columbus. He's set to end a 10-absence after recovering from a fractured hand. Chabot is a man of many talents and will make a welcome return for an ambitious Senators team. In seven games this season, the 26-year-old […]

Dmitry Kulikov Returns To Panthers Lineup

Florida Panthers defenseman Dmitry Kulikov will re-enter the lineup for Monday's battle against the Senators. He's back after being a healthy scratch for one game. Kulikov missed his first action of 2023-24 on Friday versus Winnipeg. Through 19 outings, he's posted six assists with 21 shots on goal, 27 hits, and 26 blocks. It's been […]

Kevin Shattenkirk Back In Action Monday

Boston Bruins defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk will be back in the lineup on Monday versus Columbus, replacing Ian Mitchell on the third defensive pairing. The veteran has been scratched for three of the last four games. As a bit-part player, Shattenkirk has totaled three points via assists in 15 games this season. He's averaged 0.51 points […]

Sebastian Aho Lands On Injured Reserve

New York Islanders defenseman Sebastian Aho (upper body) was placed on Injured Reserve on Monday. He sat out Saturday's clash with Philadelphia due to an upper-body and is now set to miss at least a couple of more games. The move is retroactive to Nov. 24, meaning Aho won't be available until the Islanders matchup […]

Mattias Samuelsson A Game-Time Call Monday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson (upper body) is a game-time decision for Monday's matchup against the Rangers. He was forced to exit Saturday's clash with New Jersey early after taking a stick to the face. However, Samuelsson looks to be on a comeback trail, as he skated Monday morning, which is a good sign regarding […]

Adam Fox Expected To Return Wednesday

New York Rangers defenseman Adam Fox (lower body) is skating as a full participant in practice and is expected to be activated off LTIR on Wednesday when he is first eligible. Fox will miss Monday's game against the Buffalo Sabres, but that will be his 10th game on LTIR, meaning he can return Wednesday against […]

Darnell Nurse Posts Three Assists In Sunday's Win

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Darnell Nurse ended a five-game point drought with three assists in Sunday's 8-2 triumph over the Ducks. Two of his helpers came in the first period when Edmonton battled back from a deficit twice and managed to win the frame 4-2. Nurse completed his hat trick of assists with a power-play helper […]

Roman Josi Leads The Way For Nashville In Sunday's Win

Nashville Predators defenseman Roman Josi factored in all three goals as the team cooled off the Jets with a 3-2 victory on Sunday. Josi scored Nashville's second goal and had two assists, including one on the power play, as the Predators jumped to a three-goal lead. As usual, Josi kept himself busy on the other […]

Shayne Gostisbehere Has Season-High Four Points

Detroit Red Wings defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere scored a goal and added three assists in Sunday's 4-1 victory against the Wild. Gostisbehere picked up an assist in each period on both goals by David Perron and a goal from captain Dylan Larkin. Gostisbehere added an empty-net insurance goal in the final minute of the contest. The […]

Shea Theodore Placed On Injured Reserve

Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore (upper body) has been placed on Injured Reserve. The move comes after Theodore missed Saturday's 2-0 loss to the Coyotes with an upper-body injury. He had skated in all Vegas games this season up to that point, posting an impressive 18 points (four goals, 14 assists) in 20 outings. […]

Brenden Dillon Considered A Game-Time Decision Sunday

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Brenden Dillon (undisclosed) is considered a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup versus Nashville. The 33-year-old has yet to miss a game in 2023-24, but he didn't participate in the morning skate, which has left a question mark hanging over him ahead of Sunday's game. Dillon mostly brings the muscle to the Winnipeg […]

Luke Schenn A Game-Time Call On Sunday

Nashville Predators defenseman Luke Schenn (lower body) could be back in action on Sunday versus Winnipeg. The 34-year-old has missed all but one game this season, but the team has activated him from Injured Reserve, and Schenn is considered a game-time decision for the clash. Schenn, who joined Nashville on a three-year deal in the […]

Erik Karlsson Scores Game-Winner Against Maple Leafs

Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Erik Karlsson scored the game-winning goal in the final minute of the second period of Saturday's 3-2 victory against the Maple Leafs. Karlsson gave the Penguins their third goal of the night with a slap-shot from the blue line that got past Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll. Karlsson's goal was his sixth […]