According to Alison Lukan of the Seattle Kraken, defenseman Ryker Evans (upper body) is day-to-day with an injury. Evans was unable to participate in Thursday's morning skate. In their recent contest on Tuesday evening against the Anaheim Ducks, Evans saw his ice time drop significantly, which could suggest he sustained this injury during the game. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his stats prior to their contest against the Calgary Flames on Sunday evening, as he is not expected to play on Thursday against the San Jose Sharks. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Cale Fleury to draw into the starting lineup, as he was recalled from the AHL earlier on Thursday. Across two games this season, Fleury tallied four hits, three blocks, and no points.
Seattle Kraken defenseman Ryker Evans (undisclosed) will be a game-time decision on Saturday against the Pittsburgh Penguins. His status is uncertain after missing Friday's practice due to an undisclosed injury. Evans has had a strong season with the Kraken, recording 21 points (five goals, 16 assists) in 47 games, along with 71 blocks and 77 hits. If Evans is unable to play, Jamie Oleksiak will likely take on a larger role at the back. The team would also need to make a roster move, as Seattle is currently carrying only six blue-liners.
Seattle Kraken defenseman Ryker Evans (hand) will miss his first game of the season on Tuesday against Carolina. He exits the lineup after hurting his right hand while blocking a shot in Saturday's 4-2 loss to San Jose. It's been a good campaign for Evans, who is tied for second in scoring on the team with 16 points (three goals, 13 assists) in 25 games. Jamie Oleksiak replaces Evans on the second defensive pairing on Tuesday, with Josh Mahura re-entering the lineup. Both players are limited offensively, but Oleksiak has provided plenty of blocks for fantasy managers, leading the Kraken with 53 blocks in 25 games.
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