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Eager gets a crack at the third line after playing mostly on the fourth. He has a goal and an assist through 17 games.

Paajarvi moves back to the fourth line. The sophomore now has three assists through 24 games.

Smyth moves down to the second line after not scoring for six games. If you thought the power forward would score 40 goals, you will be disappointed at the end of the season.

Gagner moves up to the top line after toiling on the third line for most of the season. The second-generation forward has a goal and nine points through 21 games. His boost in fantasy hockey value likely only lasts until Taylor Hall gets back.

The Oilers don't play tonight so Smid may be taking a maintenance day. If there is a further word on his status, we will update you.

Hall likely needs another week or two before getting into a game. Expect a further update as he inches closer to returning.

Stajan draws back in and will play on the fourth line. He has four assists through 21 games.

Glencross was healthy enough to practice yesterday, which was a good indication he plays tomorrow against the Avs. Expect the scoring winger to play on the top line. He scored seven goals and 13 points in 25 games prior to getting hurt.

Horak sits in favor of Matt Stajan. The rookie has two goals and nine points through 24 games.

The veteran scored two goals and four points last night which likely kept him in the lineup.

In four career starts against the Sabres, Clemmer has a 2-0-0 record with a 3.04 GAA and .890 SV%.

Expect Lepisto to draw in on the third defensive pairing. The Espoo, Finland native has no points through eight games.

In seven career appearances against the Canes, Mason has a 4-2-1 record with a 1.30 GAA, .953 SV% and one shutout.

Haley's only value is in dropping the gloves -- a task he will not do tonight.

Wallace got an assist in his only game with the Isles. He should remain on the fourth line tonight.

Grabner gets right back into the lineup after missing only a game. The Calder Trophy finalist scored seven goals and 11 points in 24 games. Expect him to play on the second line.

Klesla will miss tonight's game at the very least. He has five assists through 25 games.

Rozsival hasn't played since the first game of the season when he was struck with a errant puck. Look for him to replace rookie Chris Summers in the lineup.

The Flames will take it slow with Moss's recovery but stepping on the ice is the first step. He scored a goal and five points in 15 games prior to getting hurt.

Carkner is expected to draw in this weekend.