Latendresse was playing well but there are likely better options due to his indefinite status.
Guillaume Latendresse News
Tough break for Latendresse, who was playing consistently on the top line. Check back for both an update on his status and who will fill in for him.
Playing primarily on the top line, Latendresse scored four goals and eight points over 14 games.
Latendresse moves back to the second line after playing on the top unit and then the fourth line. He hasn't scored a point for three consecutive games.
Just one game after returning to the lineup, Latendresse is promoted to the top line. He finished yesterday's game with two PIM, a minus-1 rating and three shots on goal. Look for him to continue generating offense with Mikko Koivu and Dany Heatley.
Latendresse getting back into the lineup likely pushes Nick Johnson or Brad Staubitz out of the lineup. Through his first seven games back, the Ste. Catherine, Quebec native has a goal and five points.
Doesn't sound like coach Yeo will rush Latendresse back into the lineup. Expect the forward lines to look similar to their current formation.
The Wild don't play again until Thursday so these two will get some time to rest.
Latendresse has a hip injury just seven games into his return. Look for Cal Clutterbuck to draw back into the lineup, helping out on the right side. Stay tuned for a further update on Latendresse as this could be longterm.
The team could play it safe with Latendresse after played only 11 games last season. Through his first seven games back, the Ste. Catherine, Quebec native has a goal and five points. Look for him to need a few maintenance days over the course of the season.
Through his first four games, the Ste. Catherine, Quebec native registered three assists. Considering he missed 71 games last season Latendresse should be expected to take some time off.
Latendresse looked like a potential 30-goal scorer last season prior to his injury. If healthy, he could be a good sleeper for deeper leagues.
After missing all but 11 games last year, Latendresse is out to prove he can return to 25-goal form. He will certainly miss Martin Havlat but could benefit from a fully healthy Pierre-Marc Bouchard on his line.
Latendresse recovered by the end of the 2011 regular season and used the entire summer to prepare. He will start the year on the second line in an attempt to regain his scoring touch.