NHL Hockey Player News

Sanford was pulled in his only career start against the Habs.

Zubrus moves down to the third line as the Devils look for more balance in their lines. In 25 games, the forward is enjoying a bounce back year with seven goals and 12 points through 25 games.

Tedenby moves up to the second line after playing on the third for most of the season. The sophomore has only registered three assists through 24 games.

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

Summers has only one point through 14 AHL games this season so don't expect much offensive production.

In three career appearances against the Blachawks, Smith holds a 2-1-0 record with a 1.21 GAA, .953 SV% and one shutout.

The defender is expected to miss at least three weeks but don't be surprised if it takes longer than that for him to return.

Expect another update tomorrow but it looks highly likely that Carter draws back in. The first line center has already missed 11 of 26 games.

Ferland will stay in the WHL the rest of the season but could get a long look at next year's training camp.

Might want to grab Emery for this week as the Blackhawks provide excellent goal support. The backup has won four of his seven appearances despite poor counting stats.

Bolland continues to not practice with the team but still play in the game. Expect the shut-down specialist to play on the third line and second power play unit.

Hall falls victim to the numbers game yet again. Look for Ryan Shannon to stay in the lineup.

Lecavalier gets new linemates, the two wingers who have skated primarily with Steven Stamkos. The captain has 10 goals and 18 points through 25 games.

No word on the extent of the injury. Through 25 games he has a goal and four points playing in the top four and even on the power play. Look for Bruno Gervais to draw in.

O'Sullivan had an excellent training camp but falls victim to the numbers game in Phoenix.

Maxwell had an assist through six games prior to getting put on waivers. He has no fantasy hockey value whatsoever.

If you own JVR, keep an eye on his status later this week. The power forward had eight goals and 16 points in his first 20 games.

Crombeen is on his way to recovery but has yet to make the next step. In the past he has been useful in fantasy hockey with 7-11 goals and over 100 PIM.

Great to hear that Perron is OK after his first game back. The sniper now has goals in consecutive games and should get a look in all formats.

Colaiacovo skated for the first time since getting hurt. The offensive defender has not skated played since November 17th which probably forced their hand in acquiring Kris Russel. Expect him to miss at least another couple of weeks.