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Jay Beagle on ice for #Caps warmups and Mike Knuble does not appear to be. Looks like another healthy scratch.
With Knuble out, look for Jay Beagle to play on the fourth line. He has one assist in 14 games.
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Blues forward Andy McDonald has been activated from injured reserve and he'll likely rejoin the lineup for Sunday's 6 p.m. game vs. San Jose.
Look for McDonald to play on the second line with Patrik Berglund and Chris Stewart.
D'Agostini on IR.
D'Agostini moves to injury reserve as a paper move to clear up a roster spot. He can return as soon as this upcoming Tuesday although the Blues expect him to miss more time. The former Hab scored nine goals and 18 points through 52 games.
Goalie Start
Jaro Halak in goal tonight. #stlblues
In five career starts against the Sharks, Halak has a 2-2-0 record with a 3.17 GAA, .911 SV% and one shutout.
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Vokoun starts for #Caps
In 19 career appearances against the Rangers, Vokoun has a 10-7-1-1 record with a 2.27 GAA, .922 SV% and two shutouts.
Call up / Send down
#CBJ send Dalton Prout back to #FalconsAHL. It was like he was never here.
Prout returns to the minors after not making his NHL debut. He has no fantasy hockey value at this point.
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Lightning coach Boucher said Garon will be in net Sun vs. the Penguins. "In the 3rd period he did what No. 1 goalies do, make the big save."
In four career appearances against the Pens, Garon has a 1-2-0 record with a 4.88 GAA and .867 SV%.
Injury
Demers says lower body all fixed and just a matter of getting his lungs back. McLellan says Demers/Wingels will both play on trip.
Wingels won't play tonight but is close to returning. The rookie has a goal and an assist in nine games.
Demers says lower body all fixed and just a matter of getting his lungs back. McLellan says Demers/Wingels will both play on trip.
The Dorval, Quebec native has two goals and 11 points through 35 games. Expect his current nagging injury to keep him from 100 percent.
The Flyers did not have a morning skate on Sunday at Joe Louis Arena in preparation for their 7:30 p.m. game, so it is unknown whether Bryzgalov is even available to play tonight against the Red Wings.
Bryzgalov could be an option for tonight's game so check back for a further update from the team.
Crosby and Asham skated earlier.
Crosby continues to skate despite having symptoms of his current neck injury. His return remains unknown as the Pens won't rush him back into the lineup.
Crosby and Asham skated earlier.
Asham remains out indefinitely. Prior to getting hurt he scored two goals and 11 points in 41 games with 53 PIM.
#Pens coach Bylsma: Despres back at practice.
Despres continues to get closer to recovery. Despite having a fully healthy blue line, coach Dan Blysma has not ruled out keeping him on the team.
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Kindl in
Kindl sticks in the lineup for tonight's game. He has a goal and 10 points in 42 games, playing mostly on the third pairing.
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Commodore is a healthy scratch.
Commodore once again takes a seat in the press box. He has two assists in his first 17 games with Detroit.
Goalie Start
Jonas HIller between the pipes again for Ducks while @Aportzline confirms that Steve Mason goes again tonight for the Jackets.
In 10 career starts against the Ducks, Mason has a 5-4-0 record with a 3.09 GAA, .894 SV% and one shutout.
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Jonas HIller between the pipes again for Ducks while @Aportzline confirms that Steve Mason goes again tonight for the Jackets.
In nine career appearances against the Blue Jackets, Hiller has a 3-3-1 record with a 2.31 GAA, .920 SV% and one shutout.
Sheldon Souray still out with foot injury.
The veteran defender has been limited to only 46 games -- due to various injuries -- but has made the most of it with five goals and 18 points. Look for Mark Fistric to stay in.
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Vernon Fiddler is fine after getting hit in foot with puck Friday.
Expect Fiddler to center the third line tonight. He has seven goals and 18 points through 54 games.
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Petersen-Wandell-Burish
Petersen on the fourth means Dowell is a healthy scratch. In his first season with the Stars, he has a goal and three points with 41 PIM through 38 games.
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