Lindback allowed three goals on 32 shots in a win over the Panthers on October 27. The Lightning were expected to have a balance of Lindback and Ben Bishop this season, but Bishop has clearly taken over the number-1 job as he continues to take the NHL by storm. Linback has a tough matchup today vs. a great Bruins team.
McQuaid was injured in Saturday's contest after playing just 0:44. The Bruins haven't released any details on McQuaid's injury so there is no telling how long he will be out, for now consider him day-to-day.
Brodeur stopped all 15 shots he faced on Sunday for his second straight shutout. After a meagre start to the season Brodeur has been stellar as of late. With back-to-back shutouts, he has only allowed two goals in his last four outings. Brodeur will face a surging Rangers team who have won six of their last seven.
Rask turned aside 33 of 34 shots to carry to the Bruins to a win over the Maple Leafs on Saturday. After a solid October, Rask has been spectacular in November - he carries a 2-0-1 record with a 1.30 GAA and .957 SV% into this Veteran's Day matinee with the Lightning. Steven Stamkos has six game goal streak (7G in 6 games), so this is not a great matchup - but Rask is a must-start regardless of who the opposition is.
Downie has missed the last four games after being concussed in a fight on his first game back with the Flyers. He had a goal and an assist in 11 games with the Avalanche before being traded to Philly. Monitor his status during Tuesday's morning skate.
Calvert has been sidelined since October 12 after having surgery to repair an abdominal tear. Skating in a regular sweater indicates that he is nearing a return. Monitor his status prior to Tuesday's contest vs. Washington. Calvert is an under-sized winger who has yet to make a splash in the NHL. He has 20 goals and 19 assists (39 points) in 100 career NHL games.
Franzen has missed the last four games and five of the last six games with an illness. He was skating on the Red Wings second line with Daniel Alfredsson and Darren Helm in Monday's practice. Franzen has struggled to two goals and three assists in 13 games.
Raymond was shifted to the first line in the third period of Saturday's loss to the Bruins. The speedy winger remained on the top-line in Monday's practice so it appears he will play there on Wednesday vs. Minnesota. Raymond has five goals and six assists in 17 games.
Burns will miss his ninth straight contest tonight. He traveled with the team to Winnipeg, but will not play. Monitor his status prior to Tuesday's game vs. Calgary.
"Pekka Rinne underwent a MRI earlier this week and he continues to progress in his recovery from a bacterial infection in his hip which was initially identified and addressed with arthroscopic hip surgery on October 24. There have been no setbacks – and we and the doctors are thankful they have identified the infection – so now it is simply a matter of time for recovery and allowing treatment to take its course. Pekka will remain on crutches and antibiotics for at least the next couple weeks before a follow-up MRI in late November. We expect a full and complete recovery and will provide additional updates when appropriate."
This is a tough break for Getzlaf owners trying to make a Sunday night comeback. He had a hattrick and an assist in Friday's win over the Sabres. The 28-year-old is third in the NHL in scoring with 22 points in 18 games.
Thomas stopped 29 of 32 shots in a loss to the Sens on Saturday. It was his first start since October 22 after missing six games with a leg injury. He has a solid matchup vs. the Rangers tonight.
Fisher will miss his third consecutive contest after being injured in the second period on October 2 versus Los Angeles. Fisher has been practicing, but consider him questionable for Tuesday when Nashville faces the Islanders.
Crawford stopped 31 of 33 shots in a win over the Stars on Saturday. He will get the nod again Sunday having won five of his last six starts with a 2.16 GAA and .924 SV%. Crawford has a good matchup on Sunday when the Oilers come to the 'Windy City'.
Hutton was yanked early in the first period on Friday after allowed three goals on eight shots. Tonight he faces Martin Brodeur and the Devils 27th ranked scoring offence.
Clemmensen allowed four goals on 30 shots in a loss to the Bruins on Thursday. In the tail-end of a back-to-back, he gets nod vs. the Rangers. After a rough start to the season, the return home for the Rangers has led to winning five of their last six.
Markstrom is 1-5-3 with a 3.36 GAA and .877 SV% in eight starts this season. In 37 careers starts (42 appearances) Markstrom is 11-24-5 with a 3.16 GAA and .899 SV%.
Niemi was yanked for the first time this season after giving up four goals on 13 shots. After a blistering start to the season, Niemi has lost each of his last four starts. He has a good opportunity to get back in the win column tonight vs. the Jets.
Holtby stopped 33 of 35 shots in a shootout win over the Wild on Thursday. He was given Saturday night off, but will be back in the cage tonight vs. the 13-2-0 Avalanche. Holtby has won six of his last seven, so it would be hard to bench him - unless you have the goalie categories locked up.
Pavelec had a fantastic night, stopping 41 shots to post his first shutout of the season on Friday. He was able to shut the door on the Predators, but he will face a tougher test tonight vs. San Jose.
