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Wolski as well.
Interesting to see where he plays specifically.
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Goalie Start
Corey Crawford will start in goal for #Blackhawks vs. Ducks tomorrow night.
Over seven appearances against the Ducks, Crawford holds a 3-3-0 record with a 1.77 GAA, .928 SV% and one shutout.
Injury
Heatley nagging groin, same thing
Heater is day-to-day but likely will have a few days to rest his achy groin. Check back for a further update.
No Guillaume Latendresse or Greg Zanon for #mnwiId practice
The Wild don't play again until Thursday so these two will get some time to rest.
No Guillaume Latendresse or Greg Zanon for #mnwiId practice
The Wild don't play again until Thursday so these two will get some time to rest.
Injury
Many have asked: #CBJ G Mark Dekanich did "goalie drills" on right ankle last wk. Imagine he'll take AHL conditioning assign b4 CBJ debut.
Expect a demotion coming within the next week or two to get Dekanich back in game shape.
Line Change
#CBJ D James Wisniewski on his return Tuesday vs. #RedWings: "I'm like a pig in ... stuff right now. Can't wait."
If you own Wisniewski, make sure to activate him today in order to play him in tomorrow's tilt.
Bozak skated with Orr and Connolly this morning.
Skating with scratches almost certainly means he will not play tonight. Look for the team to continue rotating Matthew Lombardi and David Steckel in his place.
Injury
Peter Regin will meet with doctors later today and could have a better idea on his prognosis. Shoulder is still in pain.
With Regin out, Stephane Da Costa will remain the team's second line center. The Danish center looked somewhat back-to-normal through five games, registering a goal and three points. Stay tuned for a further update on his status.
Line Change
Bryan Murray says he could let Zibanejad play his 9th game and then let him sit for a game or two before they make decision.
Through his first eight games, Zibanejad has one assist and a minus-3 rating. Expect the team to wait and make a further decision on him after tomorrow's game.
Line Change
Ryan Carter and Keaton Ellerby healthy scratches for #FlaPanthers at #Habs
If you for some reason own either player, bench them.
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Allen York would get a start.
As we alluded in our head-to-head faceoff feature, Mason could get a rest with eight straight starts and four games this week. Keep an eye on our starting goalies section for a further update.
Line Change
Ryan Carter and Keaton Ellerby healthy scratches for #FlaPanthers at #Habs
If you for some reason own either player, bench them.
Line Change
#CBJ coach Scott Arniel hints that G Steve Mason might get a break during this four-game week
Mason has started all eight of the team's games, losing every one of them. At this point starting Allen York might not be a bad idea.
Samuelsson staying in vancover to get healthy
Samuelsson was able to play earlier in the season but had a setback due to complications from his offseason hernia. His footspeed was nothing to rave about and he probably should be dropped in shallow leagues.
Goalie Start
Garon in net.
Through nine appearances against the Sabres, Garon holds a 2-7-0 record with a 3.14 GAA, .889 SV% and one shutout.
Line Change
PP work..seabrook and sharp on point with first unit
Seabrook will alternate with Duncan Keith on the top PP unit most of the season. Nevertheless, his presence there certainly boosts his fantasy hockey value.
Malkin going on the trip to Long Island. Not ruled in or out
Malkin skated on the second line today which is a strong indication he could be healthy for tomorrow's game. As always, stay tuned for a further update.
Line Change
Martin-Letang
With his partner Michalek out of the lineup, Martin moves up to the top defensive pairing to pair with Kris Letang. Through his first 10 games, the two-way defender is still searching for his first goal of the season.
Slater day-to-day and didn't skate today
He will certainly not play tonight. His three goals are tied with Kyle Wellwood for the team lead.
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