NHL Hockey Player News

Injury

#Caps Hunter would only say "day-to-day" on Vokoun, says he's getting treatment

Vokoun continues to be sidelined by his nagging injury. At this point, it wouldn't be surprising for him to miss the rest of the regular season and possibly the playoffs.

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Sky Kerstein 2018-07-18T17:53:34.436Z

Andrew Brunette(Left Wing)(LW)|Inactive INA

Line Change

Andrew Brunette is practicing with #Blackhawks teammates today in the great city of Chicago.

Sounds like Brunette will draw back in. He scored 12 goals and 15 assists in his first 78 games with the Blackhawks.

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Chris Kuc 2018-07-18T17:53:11.278Z

Jonathan Toews(Center)(C)|Winnipeg Jets WPG

Injury

Toews on drill w/ D-men. #Blackhawks

Not a good indication that Toews will play on Thursday. Check back for an official confirmation from the team.

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Tracey Myers 2012-04-04T12:22:23.000Z

Patrick Kane(Right Wing)(RW)|Detroit Red Wings DET

Line Change

Patrick Kane (wrist) is here at practice and so is Jonathan Toews. #Blackhawks

Kane took part in today's line rushes so don't expect him to miss any playing time. He's scored 23 goals and 65 points in 80 games this season.

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Adam Jahns 2012-04-04T12:20:59.000Z

Ben Bishop(Goalie)(G)|Buffalo Sabres BUF

Line Change

Ben Bishop at the "starter's" side, with Anderson/Auld alternating at other end.

Look for Bishop to start one of the two remaining games for the Sens.

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Daniel Slater 2012-04-04T12:19:59.000Z

Sergei Gonchar(Defenseman)(D)|Free Agent FA

Injury

Sergei Gonchar is on the ice for practice.

Gonchar practicing is a great sign. He scored five goals and 37 points in 72 games.

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Daniel Slater 2012-04-04T12:19:27.000Z

Michal Neuvirth(Goalie)(G)|

Goalie Start

#Caps Hunter says Neuvirth is in tomorrow

In eight career appearances against the Panthers, Neuvirth has a 2-3-1 record with a 3.07 GAA and .905 SV%.

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Sky Kerstein 2012-04-04T12:14:16.000Z

Carey Price(Goalie)(G)|Montreal Canadiens MON

Injury

Carey Price rencontre le médecin en ce moment même.

Price is currently being reevaluated by doctors for his headaches. He has not been officially ruled out for the season.

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Marc Antoine Godin 2012-04-04T12:13:04.000Z

Brandon Segal(Right Wing)(RW)|Inactive INA

Waiver Move

Lightning RW Segal clears waivers. No immediate travel plans, team says.

Sounds like Segal will remain with the big club. He has no points in 10 games.

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Damian Cristodero 2018-07-18T17:53:13.002Z

Carl Gunnarsson(Right Defenseman)(LD)|St Louis Blues STL

Injury

Separated shoulder for Gunnarsson. Done for the year.

Safe to drop Gunnarsson if you haven't already. He scored four goals and 19 points in 76 games.

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James Mirtle 2012-04-04T12:11:27.000Z

Stephen Gionta(Right Wing)(RW)|Free Agent FA

Call up / Send down

Devils GM Lou Lamoriello said Stephen Gionta recall is on "emergency" basis. Might not make trip to Detroit today if not needed.

Gionta might fill in on the fourth line if Clarkson can't play. He has no points in 12 career games.

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Tom Gulitti 2012-04-04T12:10:16.000Z

David Clarkson(Right Wing)(RW)|Free Agent FA

Injury

David Clarkson just stepped on the ice. He missed Tuesday's game with a lower-body injury.

Clarkson might miss another game as he hopes to rest up for the playoffs. The power forward scored 30 goals and 45 points with 138 PIM in 79 games.

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Tom Gulitti 2012-04-04T12:09:15.000Z

Sebastien Caron(Goalie)(G)|Inactive INA

Goalie Start

Caron off first at morning skate.

In four career starts against the Habs, Caron has a 0-4-0 record with a 4.78 GAA and .856 SV%.

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@TBLightning 2018-07-18T17:53:32.021Z

Joe Colborne(Center)(C)|

Line Change

#leafs lines, Rosehill-Ashton-Armstrong-Colborne.

Colborne moves down into the fourth-line mix. He scored a goal and five points in 10 games.

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David Alter 2012-04-04T11:17:38.000Z

Matthew Lombardi(Center)(C)|Inactive INA

Line Change

#leafs lines, MacArthur-Lombardi-Crabb

Lombardi moves up to the second line. The speedy forward scored eight goals and 18 points in 60 games.

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David Alter 2018-07-18T17:53:25.990Z

Carl Gunnarsson(Right Defenseman)(LD)|St Louis Blues STL

Injury

No Carl Gunnarsson at practice after getting hit in the head last night by Marcus Foligno. #leafs

Sounds like Gunnarsson will miss a few games. He scored four goals and 19 points in 76 games.

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David Alter 2012-04-04T11:16:17.000Z

Adam Hall(Right Wing)(RW)|Inactive INA

Injury

Adam Hall on the ice this morning without a red jersey.

Sounds like Hall hopes to play again this season. He scored two goals and seven points in 55 games.

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@TBLightning 2018-07-18T17:53:10.076Z

Troy Brouwer(Right Wing)(RW)|Free Agent FA

Injury

Following a full day off Tuesday, Brouwer was not on the ice for practice Wednesday. It was a maintenance day for Brouwer, a team spokesman said.

The Caps have the habit of calling legitimate injuries maintenance days so it wouldn't be surprising if Brouwer misses a game or two. In his first 80 games with the Caps, Brouwer scored 18 goals and 32 points.

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Capitals Watch 2012-04-04T10:49:40.000Z

Tuukka Rask(Goalie)(G)|Boston Bruins BOS

Injury

Nathan Horton skated for about 40 mins at Ristuccia with Tuukka Rask and Strength Coach John Whitesides before the full practice ^BB

Rask skating is a great sign as he hopes to backup Tim Thomas in the postseason.

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@NHLBruins 2012-04-04T10:48:04.000Z

Nathan Horton(Right Wing)(RW)|Free Agent FA

Injury

Nathan Horton skated for about 40 mins at Ristuccia with Tuukka Rask and Strength Coach John Whitesides before the full practice ^BB

Horton getting back on the ice is a great sign for the power forward. He remains questionable to play during the postseason.

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@NHLBruins 2012-04-04T10:46:57.000Z

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