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Frederik Andersen • G • Hurricanes

Frederik Andersen Pulled by Concussion Spotter

Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Frederik Andersen was pulled by the concussion spotter in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Washington Capitals. He exited the game only a few minutes from the end, finishing with 24 saves on 27 shots. Pyotr Kochetkov wasn't forced into any saves after he took over the crease from Andersen. There have been a few rough outings for Andersen lately, and it would be another setback for the Danish veteran if he has to miss time. Andersen holds a 5-4-0 record and has a 3.00 goals-against average and a .892 save percentage. Kochetkov will share the Hurricanes' net with Brandon Bussi if Andersen needs to take some time off.

Nov 12

Valeri Nichushkin • RW • Avalanche

Valeri Nichushkin Sustains Lower-Body Injury in Win

Colorado Avalanche winger Valeri Nichushkin (lower body) didn't complete Tuesday's 4-1 victory over the Anaheim Ducks. He left the contest early in the third period. Prior to his exit, the Russian forward helped Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog score his first regular-season goal in three years. Nichushkin has contributed five goals and seven assists across 17 outings this season. His potential absence from the lineup for the upcoming games could give Landeskog or Viktor Olofsson a larger role in the Avalanche attack. Colorado will return to action on Thursday against the Buffalo Sabres.

Nov 12

Thatcher Demko • G • Canucks

Thatcher Demko Suffers Lower-Body Injury Tuesday

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (lower body) was limited to only one period of play in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Winnipeg Jets. Demko has been banged up lately and missed a couple of games last weekend. On Tuesday, he reportedly suffered a lower-body injury unrelated to his previous issue. Against the Jets, Demko allowed three goals on eight shots before his exit. After he missed most of last season with a knee injury, it's unfortunate to see Demko dealing with health issues again. He has a 5-4-0 record this season with a 2.80 goals-against average and a .903 save percentage. Kevin Lankinen is set to carry a heavy workload if Demko misses further time.

Nov 12

Thomas Chabot • D • Senators

Thomas Chabot Injured Versus Stars

Ottawa Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot (upper body) played only the first period in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss against the Dallas Stars. According to Senators head coach Travis Green, Chabot sustained an upper-body injury while reaching for the puck. Chabot must shake off the injury by Thursday to avoid missing his first game of the season. The former All-Star has kept himself busy in all areas of the game, recording 10 points (two goals, eight assists), 19 shots, 35 blocks, and 11 hits with a plus-six rating in 17 appearances. If Chabot has to sit out some action, Nikolas Matinpalo will likely be re-inserted into the lineup. Meanwhile, Jake Sanderson and Tyler Kleven are expected to see an increase in ice time.

Nov 12

Anthony Stolarz • G • Maple Leafs

Anthony Stolarz Exits Early Tuesday

Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz (upper body) played only one period in Tuesday's 5-3 defeat to the Boston Bruins. He left the contest due to an upper-body injury after allowing three goals on 11 shots in the first frame. Dennis Hildeby has 19 stops on 21 shots as his replacement. After the game, Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube told reporters that he didn't believe Stolarz's issue was "serious" and said he would be "fine." Joseph Woll (personal) is working his way back into shape and could be a good alternative for Stolarz, but it's unclear when he will be available for the Maple Leafs. The team assigned Woll to a conditioning stint in the AHL last week.

Nov 12

Auston Matthews • C • Maple Leafs

Auston Matthews Hurt in Tuesday's Loss

Toronto Maple Leafs center Auston Matthews (lower body) made an early exit against the Boston Bruins on Tuesday night. He left the action after absorbing a hit from Bruins defenseman Nikita Zadorov, finishing with 10:51 of ice time. No update was provided on Matthews after the game. "I don't know exactly," Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube said. "I can't give you a timeline or how serious it is right now. I'm not sure when he hurt it, to be honest with you." Matthews hasn't missed any games this season yet. However, the Maple Leafs captain has been off form, settling for 14 points (nine goals, five assists) in 17 games. He has finished scoreless in four of his last eight outings. Max Domi could get back into the top six if Matthews has to miss time.

Nov 12

Victor Hedman • D • Lightning

Victor Hedman Iffy for Wednesday

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman (undisclosed) missed a second consecutive practice on Tuesday, leaving his status uncertain for Wednesday's matchup against the New York Rangers. On Saturday against the Washington Capitals, Hedman extended his assists streak to four games. However, he was limited to a season-low 17:51 of ice time and may now have to miss his first game of the season. In 15 outings, Hedman has yet to score with 23 shots, but he leads the Lightning with 12 assists. Ryan McDonagh (undisclosed) has already been ruled out for Wednesday's game, so the team must bring in defensive reinforcements from the minors if Max Crozier (undisclosed) isn't ready to go.

Nov 11

Ryan McDonagh • D • Lightning

Ryan McDonagh to Sit Out "a Few Games"

Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Ryan McDonagh (undisclosed) will be out for "a few games," head coach Jon Cooper said on Tuesday. McDonagh suffered an undisclosed injury in Saturday's win over the Washington Capitals and was placed on Injured Reserve on Tuesday. So far this season, McDonagh has appeared in all 15 games, recording six points (three goals, three assists) and 26 blocks. The Lightning may have to insert several new faces on the blue line for Wednesday's contest against the New York Rangers, as Victor Hedman (undisclosed) may also be unavailable after missing a couple of practices.

Nov 11

Charlie McAvoy • D • Bruins

Charlie McAvoy Back in Action Tuesday

Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy (personal) will return from a one-game absence on Tuesday night against the Toronto Maple Leafs. He missed Saturday's meeting with the Maple Leafs due to a family matter. Mason Lohrei had an impressive showing in a 5-3 victory on Saturday with two assists and will remain in the lineup for Tuesday's rematch. McAvoy will take Jonathan Aspirot's place in the backline. After overcoming a shoulder issue, McAvoy has enjoyed a fruitful campaign, recording 12 assists in 16 games. He has yet to score a goal with 21 shots, but has made up for it with his work on the defensive end, blocking 26 shots from the opposition and delivering 24 hits.

Nov 11

Scott Laughton • C • Maple Leafs

Scott Laughton Unavailable Tuesday

Toronto Maple Leafs forward Scott Laughton (upper body) will sit out a second consecutive game on Tuesday against the Boston Bruins. Laughton has played in only two games this season and is going to miss more action on Tuesday night, although Maple Leafs head coach Craig Berube told reporters that the veteran forward is "going in the right direction." Once he's ready to return, Laughton is likely to be limited to a bottom-six role. For Tuesday's game, the top six will have a different look, as Nicholas Robertson will join Matthew Knies and Auston Matthews on the first line. Bobby McMann, John Tavares, and Toronto's top scorer William Nylander will form the second line.

Nov 11

Ryan Strome • C • Ducks

Ryan Strome Won't Play Tuesday

Anaheim Ducks center Ryan Strome (upper body) will remain out of the lineup on Tuesday against the Colorado Avalanche. Anaheim activated Strome from Injured Reserve over the weekend, but he didn't play in Sunday's win over the Winnipeg Jets and won't be used on Tuesday night either. The team has no reason to mess with the lineup right now, as the Ducks have taken over the lead in the Pacific Division and hold the league's longest active winning streak at seven games. Leo Carlsson has blossomed into a star as the No. 1 centerman, posting a 10-game point streak, and the second line, centered by Mason McTavish, has also been productive.

Nov 11

Shayne Gostisbehere • D • Hurricanes

Shayne Gostisbehere Ready to Face Capitals

Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Shayne Gostisbehere (abdomen) has been activated from Injured Reserve and will re-enter the lineup on Tuesday against the Washington Capitals. The offensive-minded blue-liner has missed nine of the past 10 games. Gostisbehere will replace Charles-Alexis Legault (hand) in the lineup after he underwent surgery and was moved to Injured Reserve. When healthy, Gostisbehere has demonstrated impressive form in 2025-26, producing seven points (one goal, six assists) in six games. He will join Alexander Nikishin on the second defensive pairing, while Gostisbehere's return will bump K'Andre Miller down to the second power-play unit.

Nov 11

Thatcher Demko • G • Canucks

Thatcher Demko Returns to Canucks Crease Tuesday

Vancouver Canucks goaltender Thatcher Demko (undisclosed) has been named the starter for Tuesday's contest against the Winnipeg Jets. Demko was kept out of Vancouver's back-to-back set over the weekend for "preventative maintenance." The American netminder made his last appearance on Nov. 3, improving his record to 5-4-0 with a 5-4 overtime victory against the Nashville Predators. Despite allowing four goals in back-to-back starts, Demko's goals-against average for the season stands at 2.57, while he has registered a .912 save percentage. On Tuesday, Demko takes on a Jets team that has lost three consecutive road games, scoring just two goals during that stretch.

Nov 11

Jake Walman • D • Oilers

Jake Walman Plays Key Role in Comeback Victory

Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman finished Monday's 5-4 overtime win against the Columbus Blue Jackets with three points. Walman scored Edmonton's first goal of the game, tying things at one late in the first period. Yet, the Oilers once again dug themselves a hole and needed to produce a big effort late in the contest to avoid another defeat. Luckily for them, Walman popped up with a short-handed goal inside the final minute of regulation to send the game into overtime. During the extra frame, Walman completed his three-point effort with an assist on Jack Roslovic's fourth goal of the year. This marked already the fourth multi-point effort of the season for Walman. Sitting on 10 points (three goals and seven assists) through 11 appearances, Walman boasts some impressive numbers. However, his offensive performance has been inconsistent, as Walman has finished most of his games (6) with zero points.

Nov 11

Alexis Lafrenière • LW • Rangers

Alexis Lafreniere Bags Three Points in Monday's Win

New York Rangers winger Alexis Lafreniere led his team with three points in Monday's 6-3 victory over the Nashville Predators. He produced a goal and two assists as the Rangers finally won their first home game of the season. Incredibly, Mike Sullivan's team had previously scored just six home goals all season at Madison Square Garden. With the team struggling, Lafreniere hasn't had much joy either. However, he has finished on the score sheet in four consecutive road outings, and a haul of 11 points (three goals, eight assists) in 17 games has made Lafreniere a top-three scorer on the Rangers squad. The Blueshirts now head back on the road for a couple of games before hosting the Detroit Red Wings on Sunday night.

Nov 11

Matthew Wood • LW • Predators

Matthew Wood Scores First Career Hat Trick at MSG

Nashville Predators right wing Matthew Wood celebrated his first career hat trick in Monday's 6-3 road loss to the New York Rangers. He had a pair of power-play goals and an even-strength marker. Blake Geoffrion was previously the only rookie in Predators history to post a hat trick in a regular-season contest. Wood also became only the second Predators player to score a goal in each of his first three road games of a season. Following Monday's outing, Wood is on a run of nine points (six goals, three assists) in seven games. In total, the 20-year-old has bagged six goals and 10 points in 11 games for his rookie campaign. Few expected Wood to have a significant impact in 2025-26, yet right now, only three first-year players have been more offensively productive than him.

Nov 11

Brad Marchand • LW • Panthers

Brad Marchand Stays Hot in Vegas

Florida Panthers winger Brad Marchand recorded a goal and an assist in a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights on Monday. The veteran potted Florida's second goal and notched a power-play assist when Sam Reinhart produced the game-winning tally. Marchand scored in a fifth consecutive game, marking his best goal streak in a decade. During his 17-year NHL career, Marchand has had a longer goal streak only once -- a seven-game run in 2015-16. The 37-year-old really has turned back the clock this season, going scoreless only twice in 15 appearances and leading his team in all the main offensive categories. Marchand has racked up 18 points with 11 goals and seven assists. Another two points will give him 1,000 for his career.

Nov 11

William Eklund • LW • Sharks

William Eklund Could Be an Option Tuesday

San Jose Sharks winger William Eklund (lower body) has traveled with the team and could be ready to return to action on Tuesday night against the Minnesota Wild, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports. The Swedish offensive talent has sat out four games due to a lower-body injury. Eklund has overcome a slow start to the season to register nine points (four goals, five assists) across his past six outings. Overall, he has managed five goals and 11 points in 12 games. If Eklund returns to the lineup, Collin Graf will likely need to give up his spot on the second line.

Nov 11

Nick Leddy • D • Sharks

Nick Leddy Available on Tuesday

San Jose Sharks defenseman Nick Leddy (upper body) was activated from Injured Reserve on Monday and will be available for Tuesday's matchup against the Minnesota Wild. An upper-body injury robbed Leddy of nine games. The veteran blue-liner has recorded two assists, one shot, and 10 blocks in seven appearances this season. Leddy is an experienced head who can have a great influence in the locker room, but his days as a fantasy contributor are gone. A season ago, the 2013 Stanley Cup champion managed only six points (two goals, three assists) in 31 outings.

Nov 11

Casey Mittelstadt • C • Bruins

Casey Mittelstadt Out Week-to-Week

Boston Bruins center Casey Mittelstadt (lower body) is considered week-to-week, Conor Ryan of Boston.com reports. The 26-year-old missed Saturday's matchup against the Toronto Maple Leafs and was unable to practice on Monday. Boasting nine points (four goals, five assists) through 15 outings, Mittelstadt is tied for fifth on the Bruins' scoring charts. Mittelstadt has joined Elias Lindholm (lower body) on the shelf, giving Alex Steeves and Marat Khusnutdinov an opportunity to experience life as a top-six forward. The two will likely continue to have expanded roles in Tuesday's rematch against Toronto.

Nov 10

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