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Pierre-Olivier Joseph • D • Canucks

Pierre-Olivier Joseph Injured in Heavy Loss

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.

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Joel Armia • RW • Kings

Joel Armia Moved to Injured Reserve

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.

6 hours ago

Artturi Lehkonen • LW • Avalanche

Artturi Lehkonen Set to Miss Time After Getting Hurt Monday

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.

6 hours ago

Shea Theodore • D • Golden Knights

Shea Theodore Iffy for Tuesday Due to Illness

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.

6 hours ago

Mitchell Marner • RW • Golden Knights

Mitchell Marner Dealing With Illness

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.

6 hours ago

Mark Stone • RW • Golden Knights

Mark Stone Considered Day-to-Day

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.

6 hours ago

Alex DeBrincat • RW • Red Wings

Alex DeBrincat Collects Two More Points

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.

16 hours ago

Kirill Marchenko • RW • Blue Jackets

Kirill Marchenko Earns Three Points on Monday

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.

17 hours ago

Trevor Moore • LW • Kings

Trevor Moore Unavailable Monday

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.

21 hours ago

Drew Doughty • D • Kings

Drew Doughty Could Return Thursday

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.

21 hours ago

Roope Hintz • C • Stars

Roope Hintz Misses Third Consecutive Game

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.

21 hours ago

Zach Werenski • D • Blue Jackets

Zach Werenski Iffy for Monday's Action

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.

21 hours ago

Travis Konecny • RW • Flyers

Travis Konecny a Game-Time Decision Monday

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.

21 hours ago

John Gibson • G • Red Wings

John Gibson Exits Win Early

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.

22 hours ago

Connor Murphy • D • Oilers

Connor Murphy Moving to Edmonton

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.

22 hours ago

Lukas Dostal • G • Ducks

Lukas Dostal Sets New Career High With 24th Win

Anaheim Ducks goaltender Lukas Dostal saved 32 of 34 shots in Sunday's 3-2 shootout victory over the Calgary Flames, establishing a new career high with his 24th win of the season. Dostal has gone 24-13-2 across 40 starts. He's the first Ducks netminder this decade with as many wins in a season. The Czech netminder has won each of his last five starts and is on an 11-1-0 run. Even with a modest .896 save percentage and a 2.97 goals-against average, Dostal is well-positioned for further success thanks to the Ducks' potent offense, which averages 3.25 goals per game.

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Cutter Gauthier • LW • Ducks

Cutter Gauthier Hits Two Goals in Shootout Win

Anaheim Ducks winger Cutter Gauthier scored twice in Sunday's 3-2 shootout victory against the Calgary Flames. Both goals helped Anaheim tie the game, with Gauthier's second marker coming on the power play. The 22-year-old had several more scoring chances, finishing with a game-high nine shots on goal. Gauthier has been hot in front of the net recently, averaging a goal per game over his last five outings. He leads the Ducks with 28 goals and 52 points in 58 games. Gauthier has produced 222 shots on goal, with only superstars Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon recording more this season.

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Robert Thomas • C • Blues

Robert Thomas Returns to Action With Multi-Point Effort

St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas notched a goal and an assist in Sunday's surprising 3-1 road win against the Minnesota Wild. Thomas was back from a 13-game absence after missing time due to a leg injury and a personal matter. He set up Logan Mailloux for the game-tying goal in the second period and finished the scoring with an empty-net goal in the third. Thomas has had a frustrating year on a bad team but has now registered multiple points in each of his last two outings. He will aim for his first three-game multi-point streak of the season on Wednesday night against the Seattle Kraken. Thomas sits second in scoring on the Blues squad, with 35 points (12 goals, 23 assists) in 43 games.

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Matthew Tkachuk • LW • Panthers

Matthew Tkachuk Dishes Out Three Assists Sunday

Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk tallied three assists in a high-scoring 5-4 loss to the New York Islanders on Sunday. Tkachuk kicked things off with a power-play assist before registering two even-strength helpers, becoming the third player in Panthers history with 10-career three-assist games. After missing the start of the season due to offseason surgery, Tkachuk has posted five goals and eight assists in 13 games. 10 of his points have come in the last eight contests, showing that Tkachuk has hit top gear after dealing with some rust. He also played well in the Olympics, contributing six assists in six games during Team USA's road to glory.

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Matthew Schaefer • D • Islanders

Matthew Schaefer Has First Three-Point Outing

New York Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer recorded his first career three-point game in Sunday's 5-4 victory over the Florida Panthers. The 18-year-old contributed two goals and an assist, becoming the third-youngest defenseman in league history to record a three-point game. He is now the fourth rookie blue-liner to score 20 goals in a season, while Denis Potvin was previously the only defenseman to reach 20 goals with the Islanders. Schaefer has exceeded expectations in his first year in the league, recording 44 points (20 goals, 24 assists), 146 shots, 84 blocks, and a plus-14 rating in 61 outings. He has a legitimate shot at reaching 60 points, something only 10 rookie defensemen have ever accomplished.

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