Red Wings head coach Mike Babcock said it was a numbers game and that they have too may right wingers. Tootoo is a high energy forward who plays with and edge. He could be claimed by a team looking to add some grit to their lineup.
Neal has only appeared in the season opener; which he left early. It sounds like he could be back in the Penguins lineup in the next couple games. Monitor his status prior to Saturday (vs. Blues). If he can not go on Saturday, he can next return on Wednesday.
Kane has missed the Jets contest on Monday. He could be in the lineup tonight after posting six goals and three assists in 15 games.
Hutton stopped 35 of 38 shots in a 4-3 win over the Kings. He has been solid since taking over for Pekka Rinne (hip) as the Predators starter. Hutton carries a 3-1-1 record with a 2.76 GAA And .914 SV% into Colorado to face the 12-1-0 Avalanche.
Bobrovsky was pulled in his last start after giving up three goals on 13 shots. He was given the next two night off, but will try to rebound tomorrow against the struggling Rangers - who will be on the tail end of a back-to-back.
Brodeur allowed one goal on 21 shots in a loss to the Flyers on Saturday. He continues to get limited goal support - despite a modest 2.68 GAA he has just two wins in seven appearances. Brodeur gets another crack at Philly on Thursday.
After a great NHL debut on Sunday Berra allowed five goals on 24 shots in a loss to the Wild on Tuesday. He faces another tough test against the Blues on Thursday.
Smith has been unbeatable as of late. He has won four straight and six out of his last seven. Smith looks to keep things rolling tonight with the 12-3-1 Ducks in town.
Hiller allowed three goals on 17 shots n a 6-3 win over the Sabres on Saturday. He as lost four out of his last six starts while allowing 18 goals. He has a tough matchup vs a a red-hot Coyotes squad.
Fleury allowed two goals on 39 shots in a win over the Blue Jackets on Friday. He continues to help the Penguins to wins; he has posted a 1.83 GAA and .929 SV% en route to a 10-2-0 record. He has a solid matchup against a low-scoring Rangers team.
Crawford gave up three goals on thirty shots in an OT loss to the Flames on Sunday. He was out duelled by Reto Berra in his first NHL start. Crawford makes a good start when he faces Al Montoya and the Jets tonight.
Lundqvist gave up two goals on 25 shots in a loss to the Ducks on Monday. He has picked up his play since coming back from injury. 'King Henrik' is 2-2-0 with a 1.27 GAA and .954 SV% (1 SO) in his last four starts. He draws a tough matchup tonight when he faces Sidney Crosby and the Penguins.
Price gave up two goals on 32 shots in a loss to the Blues on Tuesday. He has a decent matchup against the Senators on Thursday.
Montoya allowed two goals on 28 shots in a win over Detroit on Monday. He gets is second straight start with Ondrej Pavelec struggling. Montoya draws a tough matchup vs the Blackhawks - he is a risky spot start option.
Glencross left Tuesday's game and did not return. He only played 12:33 opposed to his usual 18-plus TOI. The Flames will take on the Blues on Thursday, so the fact that Glencross is in Calgary likely means he won't suit up. Consider him day-to-day until the Flames release more information.
Thomas will miss his sixth straight contest on Thursday. The Panthers hope he returns Saturday at Senators or Sunday at New York Rangers.
Rinne was reportedly dealing with a bacterial infection in his hip, but according to Nick Kypreos, Rinne has an E. Coli infection in his hip. Rinne had surgery on his hip in May and was ready to go to start the season, but had some soreness and a fever following an October 22 game at Minnesota. An MRI revealed the infection, which has turned out to be E. Coli. He started the season 4-4-1 with a 2.31 GAA and .917 SV%.
Lehtonen stopped 33 of 36 shots in a shootout win over the Senators on Sunday. He has now allowed three goals in three of his last four starts, but still holds a strong 1.94 GAA and .936 SV%. Lehtonen has a tough matchup with the Bruins tonight.
Giguere turned aside 29 of 30 shots in a victory over the Canadiens on Saturday. The win moved Giggy to 4-0-0 with a 0.75 GAA and .977 SV%. He is playing extremely well, but won't see as many starts as his owners like as long as Semyon Varlamov continues to play great as well. Giguere is a must-start vs. the Flames on Friday.
Just over 24 hours after being in court last Thursday, Varlamov recorded his third straight win on Friday. He stopped 27 of 29 shots to preserve the victory over the Stars. Varlamov has been great but don't forget the serious charges that he is facing. However as long as he is starting games, you can continue to roll with him.
