Goalie Start
Driedger will start Thursday in Carolina.
Daily Faceoff is a news site with no direct affiliation to the NHL, or NHLPA
NHL Hockey Player News
Line Change
Zajac will make his Islanders debut on Thursday.
Because Zajac was able to drive from New Jersey after Wednesday's trade, quarantine is not required, so he'll immediately make his Islanders debut. It's unclear where he will play in his first game with his new team but his addition could lead to J-G Pageau moving to the wing.
Line Change
Palmieri will make his Islanders debut on Thursday.
Because Palmieri was able to drive from New Jersey after Wednesday's trade, quarantine is not required, so he'll immediately make his Islanders debut. It's unclear where he will play in his first game with his new team but you have to think the Islanders envision him as a replacement for Anders Lee on the top line and PP1.
McAvoy (upper-body) will miss at least the next three games.
McAvoy has returned to Boston to receive treatment on his upper-body injury, so he'll miss at least the three remaining games of their current road trip. With McAvoy out, Steven Kampfer will remain in the lineup and see some PP2 time.
Goalie Start
Swayman will start Thursday in Washington.
Goalie Start
Shesterkin will start Thursday vs. the Penguins.
Goalie Start
Vasilevskiy will start Thursday in Columbus.
Goalie Start
Jarry will start Thursday in New York.
Gagner (undisclosed) will be available for Thursday's game.
Gagner has missed the last five games with an upper-body injury but will likely replace Valtteri Filppula in the Red Wings' bottom-6 on Thursday. Gagner has scored four goals with five assists in 28 games this season.
Bernier (leg) will be available for Thursday's game vs. the Predators.
Bernier has been out since March 18th but could start tonight vs. the Predators. Head coach Jeff Blashill said he's available for tonight's game but would not commit to him playing. Bernier has been excellent this season, posting a .918 SV% in 16 games and is one of the Red Wings' key trade pieces, so they may be cautious with him.
Goalie Start
Dell is in the starter's crease at the Devils morning skate.
Goalie Start
Lankinen is in the starter's crease at the Blackhawks morning skate.
Line Change
Sprong will be a healthy scratch on Thursday.
Sprong has one goal and three assists in his last 11 games and will be replaced by Daniel Carr in the lineup on Thursday.
Line Change
Carr will draw into the Capitals lineup on Thursday.
Carr has only appeared in three NHL games this season, picking up one assist. He'll dress in his fourth game, replacing Daniel Sprong and will likely skate on the third line with Lars Eller.
Goalie Start
Samsonov will start Thursday vs. the Bruins.
The Blue Jackets have placed Boone Jenner on IR with a broken finger.
Jenner is expected to miss six weeks after breaking his finger on Tuesday. With Jenner out on Thursday, Eric Robinson is expected to get a look in the Blue Jackets' top-6.
Fabbro (undisclosed) will not play on Thursday.
Fabbro was forced to leave Tuesday's game after playing just 4:00 TOI and did not return. With Fabbro out, the Predators will likely have to turn to their taxi squad for a No.6 defenseman.
Arvidsson (upper-body) is expected to be available for Thursday's game.
Arvidsson missed Tuesday's game in Detroit but he's expected to play in the rematch on Thursday. Arvidsson has scored five goals with 13 assists (18 points) in 39 games this season and will likely skate on the top line with Ryan Johansen if he ends up playing.
Goalie Start
Ullmark will start Thursday vs. the Devils.
Goalie Start
Nedeljkovic is in the starter's net at the Hurricanes morning skate.
NHL Player News: Your Ultimate Source for Hockey Player News
At Daily Faceoff you can stay in the know regarding all 32 teams and their top players this season. From trades, to injuries, and everything in between, you can find all the latest NHL player news today here. Staying up to date with player news NHL can also give you a competitive edge in your fantasy hockey leagues, as well as your NHL bets.
Check out all the latest NHL updates below and learn more about the hottest updates in the hockey world today.
Who are the top NHL players to watch this season?
There’s never been more talent scattered across the NHL than there is this season. With living legends like Sidney Crosby and Alexander Ovechkin still setting records left-and-right, alongside today’s current superstars such as Connor McDavid and Nathan Mackinnon, the level of talent in the NHL is at an all-time high. Along with these established stars, there’s plenty of budding stars emerging every season such as Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, and Matvei Michkov.
What are the latest updates on NHL player suspensions or disciplinary actions?
Already this season we’ve seen the hammer brought down by the NHL Department of Player Safety. Notable suspensions and fines include Ryan Reaves of the Toronto Maple Leafs who was given a five-game suspension for an illegal check to the head against the Edmonton Oilers, and Los Angeles Kings forward Tanner Jeannot who was dealt a three-game suspension, also for an illegal hit to the head.
In the 2023-24 season, there were a total of 14 suspensions and 17 fines issued throughout the NHL. The longest suspension served was dealt to former-Detroit Red Wing David Perron at six-games after a cross-checking penalty dealt ironically against his current team in the 2024-25 season, the Ottawa Senators. Additionally, Perron was fined $148,437.48 for his actions.
How are NHL player performances impacting fantasy hockey?
NHL player performances make a direct impact on the outcome of any fantasy hockey matchup. Staying up to date with the latest news and performances of your team’s players can be the difference between winning and losing.
Some notable fantasy hockey performers that flew under the radar in most drafts this year include Martin Necas (123 ADP) of the Carolina Hurricanes and Kiefer Sherwood of the Vancouver Canucks. While sleeper picks are always a great get, nothing is worse than a bust taken early on. Some of the most disappointing players of the fantasy hockey season includes Zach Hyman (28 ADP) of the Edmonton Oilers and Jason Robertson of the Dallas Stars (33 ADP).
Whether you’re checking out how your current rostered players are performing or scouting for hidden gems on the waiver wire, the latest player news can help you make your next winning move this season.
Which NHL players are having breakout or comeback seasons?
Every season there are several players who have breakout years, establishing themselves as some of the best up-and-coming stars in the league. In the 2024-25 season early breakout candidates have emerged such as Dylan Strome of the Washington Capitals (on-pace for his first 100-point season) and Ivan Barbashev of the Vegas Golden Knights (on-pace for career-high in points).
Additionally, nothing beats a comeback story, and that can be said about surging veterans such as Anze Koipitar of the Los Angeles Kings, and Matt Duchene of the Dallas Stars.
How often is NHL player news updated?
Our player news is updated regularly throughout the season, bringing you fresh player updates every day throughout the calendar year. Providing our users with a one-stop destination for everything you need to know from across the NHL, our player news is the go-to spot for all the biggest stories in the hockey universe.
What types of information does NHL player news cover?
Our NHL news covers every aspect of the hockey season. From injuries to trades to rumours and even suspensions, we’ve got you covered through it all with credible and fast-updates all-season long.
Are there specific sources for reliable NHL player updates?
All of our sources come from credible and reputable areas. When you’re at Daily Faceoff, you can trust that we are never going to spoon-feed you fake news. You can trust you’re only reading legitimate news that matters.
How does NHL player news impact betting lines?
Player news has a massive impact on the latest hockey betting lines. From daily game lines and prop bets, to Stanley Cup futures bets, every trade, roster change, and injury can shake up the odds set by oddsmakers.
By staying informed on the latest NHL updates, you can become a better NHL bettor as you’ll have a winning edge thanks to our in-depth news coverage.
DFO’s Specialized News Categories
Get the most out of your hockey news with our in-depth coverage of the NHL with our comprehensive player news updates. Below we’ve compiled go-to destinations for player injuries, trades, signings, line combinations, and more!
- NHL Player Injury Updates and Recovery Timelines – See all the latest NHL player injury updates, timelines for their return, and impact made on each team.
- NHL Waiver Wire Moves and Implications – Check out all the latest moves made on the NHL waiver wire and their implications on the teams involved.
- NHL Latest Line Combination Changes – Bringing you every line combination from across all 32 NHL teams, check out the latest NHL line combination changes made ahead of their next tilt.
- NHL Player Signings and Contract Details – Your go-to spot during NHL free agency, check out the latest NHL player signings and contract details today.
- NHL Roster Changes and Transactions – Looking to see what the latest moves made by your favourite team were? Then check out the latest NHL roster changes and transactions here on DFO.