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No Alfredsson at practice today. Konopka skating in his place with Turris and Greening. #Sens
Alfredsson is likely taking a maintenance day today. The captain has 18 goals and 40 points through 51 games this season.
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Devils say Zubrus and Hedberg are "resting" -- as some of you predicted.
Hedberg faced 26 shots in over 65 minutes last night and took a maintenance day. If the Devils are to use him this weekend, they will need the veteran rested.
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Pielmeier being reassigned to Albany indicates Frazee is staying in NJ at least through tonight.
Frazee staying with the team means Martin Brodeur may not be available this weekend.
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All the lines remain the same, just no one centering 2nd line with Zubrus out. That would seem to indicate Devs expect to have Zubrus Sat.
Zubrus is resting today but probably plays tomorrow. He has 15 goals and 31 points in 54 games. Don't expect him to miss any playing time.
According to Julien, Horton has been pulled back because he's having symptoms again.
Awful news for Horton and even worse news for the Bruins, whose offense continues to sputter. Definitely a positive sign for the top line RW. Before getting hurt, the sniper scored 17 goals and 32 points in 46 games.
Waiver Move
#mnwild has placed Brad Staubitz on waivers
Staubitz has a replacement in Matt Kassian, making the veteran expendable.
Bryz is out there, too
Sounds like Bryzgalov is healthy enough to get back into a game. Consider him a possibility to play this weekend.
Hot Streak
No. 88: Peter Mueller has five goals (and six points) in his last seven games.
Mueller has played great since returning from his concussion. Considering he is now playing on the second line, you can expect the Avs to continue putting pucks in the net.
Hot Streak
HEATING UP: David Jones has four points (3g/1a) in his last two games...he tied his career high with two goals and three points on Tuesday.
Jones is once again clicking on the top line with Paul Stastny. He might be worth a look in standard leagues.
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Oh, those Panther games the next 2 days are on Foxsportsflorida!!! Expect Jose Theodore to get a start
Look for Theodore to play in at least one game this weekend. The starting goalie last saw action on January 20th so expect some rust.
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Nothing official yet, but every indication is that Jordan Staal will return to the lineup tomorrow against Winnipeg.
Look for Staal to play on the second line tomorrow. The former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points in 34 games.
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According to Mike Babcock, Jakub Kindl is in.
Kindl stays in the lineup for tonight's game. He has a goal and nine points through 41 games.
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Mike Commodore will be a healthy scratch.
Commodore is the odd-man out tonight. Through 17 games with the Wings, he registered two assists.
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Mursak will play alongside Holmstrom and Emmerton.
Mursak on the fourth line pushes Justin Abdelkader to the third. He has five goals and 15 points in 55 games.
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Mursak will play alongside Holmstrom and Emmerton.
Mursak will start tonight's game on the fourth line. He has two assists during his three games in the lineup.
Howard on ice early today, will take shots tomorrow.
Howard taking shots is a great sign but his healthy is based on how he reacts to them. As usual, stay tuned for a further update.
Goalie Start
MacDonald starting against Ducks
MacDonald has never faced the Ducks in his career.
Cleary had knee drained, got cortisone shot. Told me he may return next Friday
The third line winger scored 11 goals and 27 points through 55 games. Look for Jan Mursak to replace him in the lineup.
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#NJD Ryan Carter (hand) placed on IR retroactive to Feb 2
Just a paper move to free up a roster spot. Carter scored two goals and four points through 42 games with the Devils.
Goalie Start
Miller in goal.
In three career starts against the Stars, Miller has a 3-0-0 record with a 2.60 GAA and .887 SV%.
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