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Kirby Dach • C • Canadiens

Kirby Dach Sidelined for 4-6 Weeks

Montreal Canadiens forward Kirby Dach (foot) is expected to miss 4-6 weeks of action. Dach fractured his right foot while blocking a shot in Saturday's 3-2 loss to the Boston Bruins. The 24-year-old recently had a three-game goal streak, but overall, the 2025-26 campaign has not been too kind for him. In 15 outings, Dach has managed only seven points (five goals, two assists). The Canadiens have just lost Alex Newhook (ankle) for several months, and Patrik Laine (core muscle) remains available, leaving the team short of proven offensive options. Due to the injuries, Zachary Bolduc could land a regular top-six job, with Ivan Demidov also seeing more ice time.

Nov 16

Thatcher Demko • G • Canucks

Thatcher Demko Considered Week-to-Week

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (lower body) is considered week-to-week. After he suffered a lower-body injury, Demko landed on Injured Reserve on Friday and will miss a second consecutive contest on Sunday versus the Tampa Bay Lightning. Unfortunately, Demko can't seem to avoid injuries and has played in only 10 games this season, posting a 5-4-0 record. He has a 2.80 goals-against average and a .903 save percentage. Kevin Lankinen, who carries a 3-5-2 record, will have a heavy workload during the upcoming weeks, with Jiri Patera suiting up as the backup.

Nov 16

Filip Hronek • D • Canucks

Filip Hronek Good to Go Sunday

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Filip Hronek (concussion) will play on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports. The Czech rearguard was pulled by a concussion spotter on Friday against the Carolina Hurricanes, but he has been cleared to play against the Lightning. This season, Hronek has skated in all 19 games, producing nine assists. He hasn't yet found the back of the net despite sending 21 attempts on goal. In Sunday's game, Hronek will hope to avoid his second three-game pointless streak of the season.

Nov 16

Quinn Hughes • D • Canucks

Quinn Hughes Back in Action Sunday

Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes (upper body) will return to the lineup for Sunday's meeting with the Tampa Bay Lightning, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports. Hughes missed Friday's matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes due to an upper-body injury. The Canucks captain had three assists in his last outing and has logged at least one helper in each of his previous four appearances. In total, Hughes has posted a team-high 12 assists, adding one goal in 14 contests. On Sunday, we should see Hughes take on his normal workload on the first defensive pairing and the top power-play unit.

Nov 16

Viktor Arvidsson • RW • Bruins

Viktor Arvidsson Injured in Saturday's Win

Boston Bruins winger Viktor Arvidsson (lower body) couldn't fully enjoy Saturday's 3-2 victory over the Montreal Canadiens due to injury. He sustained a lower-body injury late in the game, with Bruins head coach Marco Strum saying that Arvidsson will miss "some time." Arvidsson scored Boston's game-winner on the power play Saturday night and has had a good offensive spell lately. Across seven appearances this month, Arvidsson has notched four goals and one assist. The Swedish veteran boasts 10 points (six goals, four assists) in 20 games for the season. With Casey Mittelstadt (lower body) and John Beecher (upper body) already battling injuries, the Bruins attack could be quite thin in Monday's matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes.

Nov 16

Nick Foligno • LW • Blackhawks

Nick Foligno Ruled Out for Four Weeks

Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno (hand) is set to miss four weeks after being injured in Saturday's 3-2 victory over the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Blackhawks captain left the game after blocking a shot with his hand late in the second period. This season, Foligno has recorded six assists but has yet to score a goal, having registered 16 shots on net. He also sits second on his team with 41 hits. The injury bug has hit the Blackhawks hard lately, as the team's frontline was already without Tyler Bertuzzi (undisclosed) and Jason Dickinson (shoulder) for Saturday's game.

Nov 16

Samuel Honzek • LW • Flames

Samuel Honzek Hurt in Collision With Teammate

Calgary Flames left wing Samuel Honzek (upper body) was forced to exit Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Winnipeg Jets in the second period. The Jets scored their first goal in bizarre circumstances, as Mark Scheifele took advantage of Honzek's collision with his teammate Mikael Backlund. Honzek had two hits in 7:05 of ice time before his exit. Backlund remained in the game. After 18 appearances, Honzek boasts four points (two goals, two assists) and 35 hits for his rookie campaign. He has been skating on the third line with Backlund and Blake Coleman. Yegor Sharangovich has been a healthy scratch for a couple of games, but may now receive a new opportunity to play because of Honzek's injury.

Nov 16

Drew Doughty • D • Kings

Drew Doughty Exits With Lower-Body Injury

Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty (lower body) exited Saturday's 1-0 win over the Ottawa Senators midway through the second period. The veteran rearguard sustained a lower-body injury while blocking a shot. After the game, Doughty was seen leaving the arena wearing a walking boot. Across 19 outings, Doughty has contributed two goals and six assists, while logging 24 shots and 30 blocks. His exit from the lineup would allow Jacob Moverare to play, while a different setup must be used for the second power-play unit. The Kings return to action Monday night on the road against the Washington Capitals.

Nov 16

Charlie McAvoy • D • Bruins

Charlie McAvoy Sustains Upper-Body Injury Against Canadiens

Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy (upper body) had to exit Saturday's contest against the Montreal Canadiens after being struck by a puck. He took a slapshot to the face during a Canadiens power play in the second period. McAvoy recently missed his first game of the season for personal reasons, and unfortunately, he may have to sit out some action again. In 19 appearances, McAvoy has logged 14 assists, 25 shots, 32 blocks, and 26 hits. If McAvoy misses Monday's matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, Henri Jokiharju will likely get an opportunity to play. Meanwhile, Mason Lohrei could receive additional power-play usage.

Nov 16

Thomas Harley • D • Stars

Thomas Harley Out Week-to-Week

Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (lower body) will be out week-to-week. He missed his first game of the season on Saturday against the Philadelphia Flyers and will spend some more time on the sidelines due to a lower-body injury. "He was dealing with it. He played three or four games with it," Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan said on Saturday. "It becomes a point right now where you don't want to make the injury worse. It's the smartest decision for the athlete just to take that time now and get it dealt with." Harley is a big piece of the Stars' blue line, averaging nearly 23 minutes of ice time. He has recorded 10 points (one goal, nine assists), 21 shots, and 43 blocks in 18 games. Kyle Capobianco replaced Harley in the lineup on Saturday.

Nov 16

Jeff Skinner • LW • Sharks

Jeff Skinner Placed on Injured Reserve

San Jose Sharks left wing Jeff Skinner (lower body) landed on Injured Reserve ahead of Saturday's tilt against the Seattle Kraken. In a corresponding move, the Sharks recalled Zack Ostapchuk from the minors. Ostapchuk will replace Skinner in the lineup on Saturday and is likely to see more playing opportunities going forward, as Skinner will have to miss at least three games. The veteran was hurt during Thursday's loss to the Calgary Flames. Skinner's performance has fluctuated throughout the season, resulting in seven points (four goals, three assists) in 17 appearances. Ostapchuk will join the fourth line, so he is not a player that fantasy managers should be interested in.

Nov 16

Matt Duchene • C • Stars

Matt Duchene Continues to Sit Saturday

Dallas Stars forward Matt Duchene (upper body) will be sidelined for a 14th straight game on Saturday night against the Philadelphia Flyers. The veteran remains day-to-day but no timeline has been set for his return. With Jamie Benn (upper body) also not ready to make his season debut, Dallas will continue to rely heavily on Wyatt Johnston and Roope Hintz in the middle. Johnston has replied well to taking on more responsibilities, leading the Stars with 11 goals. He is second in scoring behind Mikko Rantanen with 21 points in 18 appearances. 11 of Johnston's points have come in seven November outings.

Nov 16

Thomas Harley • D • Stars

Thomas Harley a Game-Time Call Saturday

Dallas Stars defenseman Thomas Harley (undisclosed) is a game-time decision for Saturday's contest against the Philadelphia Flyers. Due to an undisclosed injury, Harley may have to miss his first game of the season. Before Thursday's matchup against the Montreal Canadiens, Harley was also considered a game-time call. He remained in the lineup and posted an assist while logging 21:25 of ice time. Across 18 appearances, Harley has racked up a team-high 43 blocks and sits on 10 points (one goal, nine assists). Kyle Capobianco is expected to enter the lineup if Harley can't play on Saturday night. He has no fantasy value.

Nov 16

Kaapo Kakko • RW • Kraken

Kaapo Kakko Out Week-to-Week

Seattle Kraken right wing Kaapo Kakko (lower body) won't play on Saturday against the San Jose Sharks and is considered week-to-week. After missing the start of the season because of a broken hand, Kakko now faces an extended spell on the sidelines due to a lower-body injury he sustained on Thursday night against the Winnipeg Jets. Health issues have limited Kakko to one goal in seven appearances this season. Jani Nyman, who has notched three goals in 12 games, will take Kakko's spot in the lineup, joining the second line. He is expected to skate on the second power-play unit as well. The Kraken's frontline will also include Frederick Gaudreau (upper body), who was activated from Injured Reserve on Saturday, although he won't have fantasy value as a fourth-liner.

Nov 16

Joseph Woll • G • Maple Leafs

Joseph Woll Starts on Saturday

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll (personal) has been named the starter for Saturday's meeting with the Chicago Blackhawks. He will make his season debut after missing time for personal reasons. Last term, Woll struggled during the playoffs, but he had a solid 27-14-1 regular-season record. With Anthony Stolarz (upper body) out of commission, Woll could see a lot of action in the upcoming weeks. On Saturday, he faces a dangerous team that has scored at least three goals in four consecutive games and is ranked 11th in the league with a 3.29 goals-for average.

Nov 15

John Carlson • D • Capitals

John Carlson Out on Saturday

Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson (upper body) won't play in Saturday's matchup against the New Jersey Devils, Sammi Silber of The Hockey News reports. He was initially regarded as a game-time decision for the contest. Carlson has recently put together a five-game point streak and remains a highly productive player even during his 17th NHL campaign. In 17 outings, Carlson has produced 14 points (four goals, 10 assists). The veteran blue-liner also ranks third on the Washington team with 26 blocks, so his presence will be missed at both ends on Saturday night. Trevor van Riemsdyk will rejoin the Capitals blue line against New Jersey after sitting out a pair of contests as a healthy scratch.

Nov 15

Rasmus Dahlin • D • Sabres

Rasmus Dahlin Rejoins Sabres Lineup Saturday

Buffalo Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin (personal) will return from a three-game absence on Saturday against the Detroit Red Wings. The Swedish blue-liner exited the lineup last week for personal reasons. Now that he's back, Dahlin is set to feature heavily at both ends for the Sabres on Saturday. In 14 appearances, Dahlin has registered nine points (one goal, eight assists), 38 shots, 17 blocks, and 12 hits, averaging 24:27 of ice time. Due to Dahlin's return, Bowen Byram will have a smaller role in the Sabres defense, dropping down to the second power-play unit.

Nov 15

Jack Hughes • C • Devils

Jack Hughes to Miss Eight Weeks After Finger Surgery

New Jersey Devils forward Jack Hughes is expected to miss eight weeks after undergoing successful finger surgery on Saturday. On Thursday, Hughes cut his finger during a team dinner. The team plans to re-evaluate Hughes in six weeks. Losing Hughes is a major setback for the Metropolitan Division-leading Devils. He ranks first on the team with 10 goals and 20 points after 17 games. Dawson Mercer is set to center the second line until Hughes returns. His comeback likely won't happen before mid-January. Additionally, Hughes' absence will put more pressure on Nico Hischier to overcome his slump. Entering Saturday's game against the Washington Capitals, Hischier has finished scoreless five times in his last seven appearances.

Nov 15

Tyler Bertuzzi • LW • Blackhawks

Tyler Bertuzzi a Game-Time Call Saturday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Tyler Bertuzzi (undisclosed) missed Friday's practice and is considered a game-time call for Saturday night's action against the Toronto Maple Leafs. According to Blackhawks head coach Jeff Blashill, Bertuzzi is "banged up." Bertuzzi's absence would be a major blow for the Blackhawks, as he's been a monster offensively in recent games. Over a four-game stretch, Bertuzzi has contributed six goals and two assists. He fills a top-line role and skates on the first power-play line. Bertuzzi's recent hot spell includes a three-game streak of power-play goals. Frank Nazar (abdomen) and Jason Dickinson (shoulder) practiced on Friday and could make a timely return to action on Saturday night if Bertuzzi has to skip the game.

Nov 15

Andre Burakovsky • LW • Blackhawks

Andre Burakovsky Available Saturday

Chicago Blackhawks winger Andre Burakovsky (illness) is poised to rejoin the fun on Saturday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. The Blackhawks welcomed him back to practice on Friday after Burakovsky had skipped Wednesday's loss to the New Jersey Devils due to illness. Burakovsky heated up late last month and boasts 10 points (five goals, five assists) from his last seven appearances. Overall, he ranks as Chicago's third-highest scorer with 14 points (seven goals, seven assists) in 15 games. Burakovsky will head straight back to the top line and the first power-play unit for Saturday's game. He has notched five points (one goal, four assists) with the man advantage.

Nov 15

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