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Patrick Kane • RW • Red Wings

Patrick Kane Becomes NHL's Highest-Scoring American

Detroit Red Wings right wing Patrick Kane once again rewrote the history books with a three-point effort in Thursday's 4-2 road win over the Philadelphia Flyers, becoming the NHL's all-time leading scorer among American players. The former MVP scored Detroit's game-winning goal and contributed two assists, including one on the power play. Earlier this season, Kane surpassed Mike Modano as the top-scoring U.S.-born player. Now, he's also ahead of Brett Hull on the all-time scoring list. Hull was born in Canada but represented the United States. Kane has scored 1,393 points (506 goals, 887 assists) in 1,362 career games. On Thursday night, he reached the 50-point mark for this season, boasting 14 goals and 36 assists through 60 outings. Kane has turned back the clock recently, tallying two goals and six assists during a four-game point streak.

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Elias Salomonsson • D • Jets

Elias Salomonsson Lands in Concussion Protocol

Winnipeg Jets defenseman Elias Salomonsson is in concussion protocol, head coach Scott Arniel told reporters after Thursday's 3-0 loss to the Dallas Stars. Salomonsson was on the ice for two of the Stars' goals but left the action midway through the second period. The 21-year-old couldn't complete the game after a hit from Stars forward Jason Robertson. Winnipeg will likely be without Salomonsson for Saturday's trip to Columbus. Salomonsson, a second-round draft pick from 2022, has made his first 32 NHL appearances this season. He has registered five points (one goal, four assists), 37 SOG, 27 blocks, and 50 hits. Jacob Bryson and Ville Heinola are the options to replace him in the lineup.

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Nick Lardis • RW • Blackhawks

Nick Lardis Injures Left Hand Thursday

Chicago Blackhawks left wing Nick Lardis injured his left hand late in Thursday's 3-1 loss to the Edmonton Oilers, Jack Bushman of Chicago Hockey Now reports. Teammate Teuvo Teravainen hit him on the hand with a shot. Lardis netted Chicago's lone goal of the game five minutes into the third frame. The 20-year-old rookie has totaled 14 points (nine goals, five assists) in 35 games this season. He has lit the lamp four times in his last seven appearances, but it's unclear whether he will get a chance to maintain his form on Saturday against Seattle. If he's healthy enough to play, Andrew Mangiapane (upper body) might be an option to fill in for Lardis. The veteran has been out for a couple of weeks but is traveling with the team.

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Jack McBain • C • Mammoth

Jack McBain Exits With Lower-Body Injury Thursday

Utah Mammoth forward Jack McBain (lower body) left Thursday's 6-2 win over the Seattle Kraken in the second period, Catherine Bogart of the Mammoth's official site reports. His night at the office ended after he had logged exactly nine minutes of ice time. McBain has been Utah's ironman, not missing a single game this season, so he must be desperate to avoid his first absence on Saturday night against Vancouver. The 26-year-old is fourth in the NHL with 271 hits and has tallied 25 points (nine goals, 16 assists) in 75 games. Utah carries Liam O'Brien as an extra forward, and he could suit up for the first time in two months on Saturday.

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Tyler Kleven • D • Senators

Tyler Kleven Exits Early Versus Sabres

Ottawa Senators defenseman Tyler Kleven (upper body) played only a couple of minutes in Thursday's win over the Buffalo Sabres. He took a puck to the head/neck area early in the first period. Kleven's role has recently increased at the back for Ottawa, as the blue line has been stretched incredibly thin. While Jake Sanderson (upper body) appears to be nearing his return, the Senators are still set to finish the campaign with a makeshift backline. Due to injuries, Jordan Spence's fantasy stock has received a major boost. On Thursday, he extended his point streak to four games with an assist while logging 30:48 of ice time.

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Oliver Ekman-Larsson • D • Maple Leafs

Oliver Ekman-Larsson Injured in Thursday's Loss

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson (lower body) made an early exit against the San Jose Sharks on Thursday night. The Swedish veteran saw only 7:03 of ice time and was ruled out for the rest of the game after the second period. Ekman-Larsson has totaled 38 points (eight goals, 30 assists) in 73 games this season, but he has cooled off noticeably since the Olympics. In his last 15 appearances, Ekman-Larsson has finished scoreless 12 times. Troy Stecher, who was a healthy scratch on Thursday, could get an opportunity to rejoin the lineup this weekend if Ekman-Larsson is forced to miss additional time.

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Justin Faulk • D • Red Wings

Justin Faulk Suffers Lower-Body Injury Thursday

Detroit Red Wings defenseman Justin Faulk suffered a lower-body injury on Thursday against the Philadelphia Flyers, Max Smith of Detroit Hockey Now reports. He left the game during the second period, finishing with 10:49 of ice time. The veteran blue-liner had his 12th outing with the Red Wings. Since moving to Motor City, he has recorded three points (one goal, two assists), 15 SOG, 23 blocks, and 17 hits. The severity of Faulk's injury is unclear, but he should be considered questionable for Saturday's meeting with the New York Rangers. Travis Hamonic could get back into the lineup for the first time since Feb. 4, but he doesn't have fantasy value.

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Carter Yakemchuk • D • Senators

Carter Yakemchuk in Concussion Protocol

Ottawa Senators defenseman Carter Yakemchuk (concussion) won't play on Thursday against the Buffalo Sabres, Andrew Wilimek of the Senators' official site reports. The 20-year-old had a dream debut in the NHL a week ago against Detroit with a goal and an assist, but he is forced to miss time after landing in concussion protocol. Yakemchuk was hurt in his fourth career game on Tuesday night against Florida. The Senators have recalled Cameron Crotty from the minors to fill the void in the lineup. Crotty will make his team debut and only his third NHL appearance against Buffalo. At the same time, Jordan Spence and Tyler Kleven will get all the minutes they can handle on defense, including power-play time. This makes both players worth a look in fantasy.

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Tyson Foerster • RW • Flyers

Tyson Foerster Available Against Red Wings

Philadelphia Flyers winger Tyson Foerster (arm) will rejoin the lineup on Thursday against the Detroit Red Wings. He's set to make his first appearance of 2026 after recovering from arm surgery. Foerster was initially ruled out for five months after undergoing a procedure in mid-December, so having him back in the lineup for the final few regular-season games is a welcome surprise for the Flyers. Before exiting the lineup, Foerster led his team with 10 goals in 21 games and also recorded three assists. He will strengthen Philadelphia's first power-play unit and is expected to skate alongside Trevor Zegras and Owen Tippett in even-strength situations.

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Zach Hyman • LW • Oilers

Zach Hyman a Game-Time Decision Thursday

Edmonton Oilers winger Zach Hyman (undisclosed) is a game-time decision on Thursday against the Chicago Blackhawks. The 33-year-old has heated up recently but might have to sit out at least one game due to an undisclosed injury. Hyman is riding a four-game point streak, tying his second-longest scoring run of the season. He's had a great bounce-back campaign, with 31 goals and 51 points in 56 games. If Hyman can't play against Chicago, Josh Samanski is likely to enter the lineup. Meanwhile, Kasperi Kapanen could fill the vacancy in the top six.

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Bryan Rust • RW • Penguins

Bryan Rust Will Play Thursday

Pittsburgh Penguins right wing Bryan Rust (lower body) has been cleared to return to the lineup on Thursday against the Tampa Bay Lightning. The in-form forward was a late scratch on Tuesday night against Detroit due to a lower-body injury. Rust was arguably Pittsburgh's best player in March. He has amassed eight goals and 12 assists over his last 16 appearances. Across the season, Rust has contributed 27 goals and 34 assists in 67 games. Avery Hayes filled in for Rust on Tuesday and will exit the lineup against Tampa Bay.

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Carter Hart • G • Golden Knights

Carter Hart Returns to Action Thursday

Vegas Golden Knights goaltender Carter Hart (lower body) has been activated from long-term Injured Reserve and will start on Thursday night against the Calgary Flames, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports. He has been unavailable for nearly three months, missing 33 games due to a lower-body injury. Hart has started 12 times for the Golden Knights this season, posting a 5-3-3 record, a 3.28 goals-against average, and a .871 save percentage. While Hart's numbers aren't strong, he is a solid fantasy option on Thursday night, as he takes on the lowest-scoring team in the league. The Flames are averaging 2.53 goals per game and have finished with two or fewer goals 10 times in 18 games since the Olympic break.

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Aaron Ekblad • D • Panthers

Aaron Ekblad to Be Out for "Weeks" With Broken Finger

Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad (finger) will be out for "weeks," according to head coach Paul Maurice. He broke a finger in Tuesday's win over Ottawa. There are only two weeks remaining in the regular season, so it appears likely that we have seen the last of Ekblad in 2025-26. He is set to finish his 12th NHL campaign with 26 points (four goals, 22 assists), 97 SOG, 103 blocks, and 84 hits in 72 games. The Panthers defense will also be without Dmitry Kulikov (nose) for Thursday's matchup with Boston. Tobias Bjornfot and Mikulas Hovorka will be inserted into the lineup for the game. Meanwhile, Mike Benning will get a chance to skate on the second power-play unit, making him a more attractive fantasy option.

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Brandon Hagel • LW • Lightning

Brandon Hagel Likely Out on Thursday

Tampa Bay Lightning winger Brandon Hagel (undisclosed) is day-to-day and unlikely to play on Thursday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Lightning head coach Jon Cooper considers Hagel "doubtful" for the matchup. Hagel has been averaging over a point per game for a second consecutive season, totaling 35 goals and 38 assists in 69 contests. He's been part of a highly productive line with Anthony Cirelli and Nikita Kucherov. Corey Perry could be Hagel's replacement in the top six on Thursday. The veteran has been in good form lately, notching two goals and one assist over the past four games.

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Damon Severson • D • Blue Jackets

Damon Severson Not Expected to Return During Regular Season

Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson (upper body) is expected to miss the rest of the 2025-26 regular season, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports. He has been out for three games and will only get a chance to return this season if the Blue Jackets secure a playoff berth over the final seven regular-season games. Severson was quietly effective on Columbus' blue line all season, recording 32 points, 93 SOG, 86 blocks, and a plus-18 rating in 71 games. During Severson's absence, Egor Zamula has been part of the lineup in back-to-back games, while Jake Christiansen has also gotten a look on the third defensive pairing.

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Igor Chernyshov • LW • Sharks

Igor Chernyshov a Game-Time Call Wednesday

San Jose Sharks winger Igor Chernyshov (illness) is a game-time decision for Wednesday's meeting with the Anaheim Ducks. The 20-year-old is feeling under the weather and might vacate a spot on San Jose's first line. Chernyshov has managed 14 points (five goals, nine assists) through his first 20 career games. However, he has been on the score sheet just four times in his last 13 outings. Ty Dellandrea (lower body) was activated from Injured Reserve on Wednesday and will draw into the lineup if Chernyshov isn't ready to play.

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Radko Gudas • D • Ducks

Radko Gudas Out Wednesday

Anaheim Ducks defenseman Radko Gudas (lower body) won't be in the lineup on Wednesday against the San Jose Sharks. The Ducks captain has been dealing with a lower-body injury lately and won't be available for the second time in three games. Drew Helleson is projected to be Gudas' replacement on Wednesday, joining Olen Zellweger on the third line. After a productive start to the season, Helleson hasn't been a threat offensively for several months, making him a non-factor in fantasy hockey. The 25-year-old has tallied 12 points (two goals, 10 assists) in 54 games, with six of his points coming in October.

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Cutter Gauthier • LW • Ducks

Cutter Gauthier Questionable for Rest of the Week

Anaheim Ducks forward Cutter Gauthier (upper body) might be sidelined for the rest of the week. The 22-year-old suffered an upper-body injury against Toronto on Monday and has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup with San Jose. Ducks head coach Joel Quenneville has labeled him as questionable for the next two games. Gauthier has recently been one of the hottest goal-scorers in the NHL. He is having a career year with 38 goals and 65 points in 73 games. With Gauthier unavailable, the Ducks are ready to give Nathan Gaucher his NHL debut on Wednesday. The 22-year-old will get an opportunity with the big club after recording 26 points (12 goals, 14 assists) in 57 games in the AHL this season.

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Evander Kane • LW • Canucks

Evander Kane Unavailable Wednesday

Vancouver Canucks left wing Evander Kane (undisclosed) will sit out Wednesday's matchup with the Colorado Avalanche. The veteran power forward has recently been dealing with a health issue, and the team now plans to manage his workload. Kane scored in his 1,000th career game on Monday night against Vegas and has recorded 31 points (13 goals, 18 assists) over 70 outings this season. His absence will give Max Sasson a chance to play on Wednesday. Sasson has not been sharp lately, going seven consecutive appearances without a point, but he has totaled 11 goals and four assists in 60 games during 2025-26.

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Cale Makar • D • Avalanche

Cale Makar to Miss "Some Time"

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar (upper body) won't play on Wednesday against the Vancouver Canucks. The star blue-liner was hurt on Monday against Calgary and will sit out his first game of the season. He may be unavailable for the rest of the week. "He's doing OK," Avalanche head coach Jared Bednar said Wednesday morning. "He's going to miss some time, though. Like nothing serious, like nothing that's putting (the) playoffs in jeopardy or anything like that." Without Makar, the Avalanche defense must lean more on Devon Toews and Sam Malinski. Nick Blankenburg is set to take his place in the lineup.

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