Murphy, 20, has totalled 12 points (2G /10A) in 46 NHL games with the Hurricanes during his first full professional season. He has also played 16 AHL games for Charlotte in 2013-14, earning 18 points (1G / 17A). Murphy is tied for first among Checkers defensemen in assists this season, and was on an 11-game assist streak at the time of his recall to Carolina on March 6.
Bobrovsky allowed two goals on 32 shots, but the Jackets were unable to beat Evgeni Nabokov at the other end, resulting in a 2-0 loss. With the Red Wings in town, Bob obviously gets the start in a game with massive playoff implications. Bobrovsky is 1-1-0 with a 1.51 GAA and .958 SV% vs. Detroit this season. He has gone 7-4-1 in March.
Here is another sign that Bernier is ready to return from a groin strain that forced him to miss the last five games. We will wait for confirmation from Randy Carlyle. Bernier is 25-16-7 with a 2.61 GAA and .925 SV% this season. His potential return could not have come at a better time. The Leafs are sliding in the wrong direction in the Eastern Conference playoff race. Tonight, they have a tough test with the Blues in town.
Bernier is in the 'starter's crease, taking shots while Reimer and MacIntyre share the other net, it really looks like he will be back tonight vs. the Blues. He has missed the last five games with a groin strain, we await confirmation after the morning skate.
Halak was set to start on Saturday, but was a late scratch due to a lower-body injury. Halak stopped 27 of 28 shots in a 2-1 shootout loss to the Kings in his last outing. Halak's injury was obviously minor and will be back in the crease vs. L.A again. He has gone 0-2-1 with a 2.30 GAA and .914 SV% against the Kings this season.
Ward stopped 34 of 36 shots in a win over the Jets on Saturday. Ward's season has started to take a turn for the better, having won three of his last four starts with a 2.50 GAA and .920 SV%. Tonight, it looks like he will take on a banged up Islanders squad. He stopped 22 of 25 shots in a 4-3 win in his first start vs. the Isles, however John Tavares will not be in the lineup this time around.
Scrivens was already expected to start Tuesday, but after Viktor Fasth was injured in practice on Monday, it seems like virtual guarantee that Scrivens will be between the pipes. Scrivens allowed three goals on 15 shots after replacing Fasth in Saturday's 8-1 loss to the Flames. It could be another long night for the Oilers with the Sharks in town.
Bobrovsky allowed two goals on 32 shots, but the Jackets were unable to beat Evgeni Nabokov at the other end, resulting in a 2-0 loss. With the Red Wings in town, it doesn't surprise anyone that Bob will likely start in a game with massive playoff implications. Bobrovsky is 1-1-0 with a 1.51 GAA and .958 SV% vs. Detroit this season. He has gone 7-4-1 in March.
Megna, 24, has played in 26 NHL games this season with Pittsburgh, registering five goals and three assists (eight points). In 25 AHL contests with WBS, Megna has 14 points (9G / 5A).
After sitting on Sunday, it looks like Teravainen will slide into the lineup tonight vs. the Stars. There is no word what line he will play on, but we will update when the Blackhawks hit the ice for their gameday skate.
Stuart played 19 minutes and 57 seconds, including a game high three minutes and four seconds on the penalty kill. He was credited with two hits and one blocked shot. It was his first game since February 7th and head coach Todd McLellan viewed it as a success. “I thought he played well. He had some jump in his stride,” McLellan said. “The conditioning part of it looks really good. The rust part of it is going to come, but he was better than I thought he would be. That’s a real positive thing for us.”
Couture was injured while blocking a shot on Monday vs. the Flames. He attempted to return to the game in the second period, but retired to the dressing room after one shift. Monitor Couture's status prior to tonight's 9:30 ET puck-drop. He had 12 points in his previous 13 games before Monday.
Zetterberg has been out since the Olympics after undergoing back surgery on February 14th. “At around eight weeks he’ll be cleared for physical contact (approximately April 11),” GM Ken Holland said. “Before the end of the season he’ll be back skating, but I just don’t know when.” If the Red Wings mix of healthy regulars and Grand Rapids Griffins can get them to the playoffs, they should get a huge boost when their captain returns in the post-season.
The Red Wings announced on March 5 that Datsyuk was being shut down for three weeks to give his ailing knee time to heal, after which time he would be re-evaluated. The three week point is Wednesday, so doctors and trainers will take a look at Dats and decide where to go from there. Datsyuk tweeted Monday night that he has started skating and is “hoping to play soon.” That is positive news and the Red Wings could really use Datsyuk back in their lineup as they continue to push for the playoffs.
Smith grabbed for his right leg, and appeared to be in pain. He left the game and was helped off the ice and appeared to be able put only minor pressure on his leg as he stepped off the ice. Smith's leg appeared to be twisted and with only 10 games left in the Coyotes season, Smith's season appears in jeopardy. He will be re-evaluated on Tuesday, but Thomas Greiss will start Tuesday.
Price was given the night off on Monday vs. the Bruins, but will be back in goal tonight vs. the Sabres. He stopped 33 of 36 shots in a win in Toronto on Saturday. Since returning from injury, he hast won three of four starts despite posting a 3.28 GAA and .906 SV%. He should be considered a must-start with Buffalo in town.
Varlamov gave up two goals on 28 shots in a loss to the Bruins on Friday. Varly has had a strong month, holding his opponents to two or fewer goals in six of his last seven starts. Tonight, he takes on the Predators, he has posted a 2-1-0 record with a 3.36 GAA and .882 SV% vs. Nashville this season.
In Hackett's Sabres debut he stopped 35 of 36 shots in a win over the Oilers last Thursday. It was a great outing for the 24-year-old, but taking on the Habs tonight, he is a scary spot-start option in the middle of the fantasy playoffs.
Greiss allowed two goals on nine shots after replacing Smith in Monday's OT loss last to the Rangers. The injury looks like it could be serious and Greiss could be the Coyotes netminder for the remainder of their playoff push. He has been strong when called up this season, posting a 7-5-2 record with a 2.38 GAA and .924 SV%. Greiss draws a tough assignment vs. the Penguins tonight.
Klingberg, 23, was a second round pick (34th overall) in 2009. He has not recorded a point in seven NHL games. Klingberg has 19 goals and 17 assists (36 points) in 57 games with the IceCaps this season.
