NHL Hockey Player News

Eminger probably knocks Stu Bickel out of the lineup when he returns. He has two goals and four points through 30 games.

Four of Adam's 24 career points came on the PP. Expect him to add some life to a lifeless man advantage.

In eight career starts against the Coyotes, Niemi has a 5-1-1 record with a 2.12 GAA, .933 SV% and one shutout.

Elliott returns to the minors, where he will get more playing time. The rookie has four goals and 11 points in 30 games.

Like Elliott, Barrie is a top prospect in the Avs system. Expect him to get some playing time on the power play.

In two career starts against the Red Wings, Dubnyk has a 1-0-1 record with a 1.86 GAA and .948 SV%.

Lundin remains a healthy scratch. He has two assists in his 15 games played.

Stoner is not expected to play tonight. He has three assists through 39 games.

Look for Zidlicky to draw back in tonight. The veteran has 11 assists through 34 games.

As expected, Vanek is not playing tonight. He has 19 goals and 41 points in 50 games.

With Kassian out, Drew Stafford gets back into the lineup. He has eight goals and 23 points through 49 games.

Gragnani remains in the doghouse. The talented offensive defender has only a goal and 12 points in 43 games. Expect him to remain out until another injury occurs.

Kassian is an extra forward for tonight's game. He has three goals and six points through 19 games.

Look for Engelland to round out the third pairing. He has two goals and 12 points in 45 games.

Weber could be the odd-man out in tonight's D. The Swiss swingman has four goals and 14 points through 41 games.

Lilja remains in the lineup on the third pairing. He has three assists in 31 games.

Sestito sticks in the lineup. The big winger has an assist and 27 PIM through seven games.

Shelley will play today. He has 27 PIM through 20 games.

Lilja remains in the lineup on the third pairing. He has three assists in 31 games.

Zolnierczyk remains out of the lineup. He has three goals and five points in 35 games.