NHL Hockey Player News

Bryz would get the night off in the battle of the backups. This matchup should benefit the scorers of both teams, in any event.

After the big contract in the offseason, Garrison has gotten off to an immensely slow start to the season. With 2 points in the first 13 games and no powerplay points, Garrison's value takes a hit if he loses out on the PP opportunity.

The Blues will pose one of the toughest tests for Luongo so far this season as he's embraced his "backup" role and is leading the league in GAA.

Irving's 2-1-1 record is a bit of an anomaly when you look at his 3.33 GAA and .883 SV%. Hopefully you weren't forced to go along for the ride.

No word on if Kreider will go if Nash can play or if he will suit up anyways. It's unlikely that Kreider will find himself at the forefront of the Rangers' offense on Sunday.

You're only using Anisimov in the deepest of leagues so if this injury persists, we recommend dropping him.

Filppula lined up with Zetterberg and Brunner in practice so he can't ask for a better situation. If you are looking for points on Sunday, he might be worth a waiver pickup.

Howard needed the break and Mrazek is a good play vs. the Wild at home as they haven't been finding the net as much as expected prior to the season.

Dubnyk goes at home vs. a Colorado team that has been keeping games tight despite the absence of their most prominent scoring threats. Nonetheless, Dubnyk is a solid start to keep the Oilers above the Avs in the division.

Theodore has lost his last two starts while posting a 3.23 GAA and .887 SV%, he has a tough matchup against the Lightning this afternoon.

Nyquist played 13 minutes yesterday in Detroit's loss to Anaheim but has been reassigned to Grand Rapids today.

Spurgeon has been moved back to the top D-pair with Ryan Suter for the first time since returning from injury. The increased minutes should give him ample chances to produce.

Macdonald allowed 3 goals on 21 shots in relief of Leyland Irving yesterday vs. St Louis. He will get his first start as a Flame tomorrow vs. Dallas

He skated briefly last two days before practice. He will not play on Sunday and is doubtful for Tuesday. The Red Wings injuries continue to mount, monitor Franzen's status next week.

Fasth won yesterday vs. the Red Wings extending his winning streak to 7 games. He is now 7-0-0 with a 1.78 GAA and .932 SV% he is a must-start right now and is solidifying himself as the Ducks #1.

Lindback only has 1 win in his last 5 outings while posting a 3.08 GAA and .890 SV%, so playing Florida should be a good way to get back on track.

Mason has won 2 of his last 3 starts posting a 2.70 GAA and .913 SV%. He has a pretty good matchup against the Coyotes, but he will need to outplay Mike Smith if he is going to register a win.

Datsyuk didn't play in the Red Wings 5-3 loss to Anaheim last night. Could be back tomorrow vs. Minnesota.

This is the first time Hartnell skated on his surgically repaired foot, there is still no timetable for his return. Monitor his status going forward.

Kari Lehtonen was injured in yesterday's game so Nilstorp has been recalled to backup Richard Bachman while Lehtonen is out with an injury.