The Capitals' attack - and your fantasy team - will certainly be affected if the season starts and Backstrom is unavailable.
Demers would most certainly miss the start of a lockout-shortened season.
He's "1,000,000% healthy" which is great for Bruins fans.
The oft-injured Briere is off the ice again this season. Since he is only scheduled to miss two weeks, if the NHL starts up again in June then he is expected to be back with the Flyers.
After a scary playoff concussion that had Raffi Torres suspended, Hossa looks like he'll be able to resume playing once the NHL returns.
A close call to Hudler but the skate managed to miss causing any serious injury.
Reports seem to indicate this is a minor groin injury and Nash should be taking all precautions prior to returning to prevent any serious injury.
Great to see Giroux making progress as we now know he suffered a neck injury, not a concussion.
Not much to go on here but the budding Jets' star should be able to return soon.
There's an outside chance that Henrique could be available in January so this shouldn't impact his draft position - should the season start in January.
This is more of an immediate blow to the Canada WJC team than the Blue Jackets who may not have even called up Murray this season. Murray will still be looked on as a contributor in the 2013-14 season.
Cowen is coming off a B fantasy season for the Sens but won't be able to contribute if there is any season in 2012-13. Consider him a minor 2013-14 sleeper.
The injury was sustained in mid-November but Filppula still wouldn't be ready to play until January at the earliest.
Leclaire wasn't expected to factor into the Jackets' goaltending this season.
There is uncertainty surrounding whether or not Geoffrion will ever be able to suit up again after this serious head injury. Keep an eye on the prospect for hopes that he makes a full recovery.
Rask is expected to lead the Bruins this season so the injury is one to keep an eye on if you are drafting soon.
We may not have NHL in 4-6 weeks so this could not impact a potential NHL season.
The move gives the Wings another offensive blueliner for the powerplay, when healthy.
Semin latches onto another 1-year contract with hopes of regaining the scoring prowess that he once saw with the Caps. The improving Hurricanes will foster an environment where could emerge as the team's top scoring forward. Look for him near the top of our ranks this preseason.
Dubinsky was a fantasy disappointment last season but has an opportunity to emerge as a prominent scoring forward with the Blue Jackets. He's basically all they've got.
