Gagner draws in tonight on the third line, not the first. Last season, the former 6th overall pick scored 15 goals and 42 points through 68 games for the Oilers. He should be expected to at least match that production.
In case you were weary of Hossa sitting out tonight, he will remain in the lineup. Through his first five games, the right wing has three goals and five points. Start him with confidence.
Eaves draws back into the lineup after consecutive healthy scratches. He holds very minimal fantasy hockey value as he continues to rotate in and out of the fourth line.
Holmstrom continues to lose playing time as a fourth line player with PP time. He should continue to rotate in and out of the lineup which greatly diminishes his fantasy hockey value.
Brunnstrom will make his debut with the Red Wings tonight. His last NHL game came on April 6th, 2010.
Sounds like Methot could miss a few weeks with a messy finger injury. The injuries continue to mount in Columbus with Methot just a latest victim.
Moore will suit up tonight in favor of the day-to-day Marc Methot. The rookie was held pointless over two games last season.
Demers, Colin White or Marc Eduoard Vlasic could sit tonight in favor for Braun. Considering the recent callup is a more offensive player, Demers sounds like the most logical choice to sit.
Over three career starts against the Bruins, Niemi is an undefeated 3-0-0 with a 1.95 GAA, .921 SV% and one shutout.
Hunwick won't make his way into the lineup until the team has any injuries. Through 50 games with the team, he is still looking for his first goal in Burgundy and Blue.
Doesn't sound like Mueller will be available any time soon. As usual, stay tuned for a further update from the team regarding his "head" injury.
Varlamov lost his only career start against the Blackhawks but stopped 27 of 29 shots faced.
With seven healthy defensemen currently with the team, Strait likely gets sent down when healthy.
Previous reports had Malkin not ruled out tonight's game. By all accounts, he has looked better in practice and probably draws back in shortly. After a setback on his surgically repaired knee, the Pens have no need to rush him back.
Looks like Letestu is the odd-man out with Steve MacIntyre drawing into the lineup. Over eight games, he has one assist while playing valuable offensive minutes.
Crosby is craving contact but continues to be babied during practice. Until he fully gets hit, don't expect him in the lineup.
Engelland could draw back into the lineup, especially with the team dressing Cam Janssen. Expect an update prior to game time.
Through seven career starts against the Flames, Rinne holds a 0-4-2 record with a 3.16 GAA and .898 SV%.
Over 22 career appearances against the Rangers, Khabibulin holds a 9-11-1-1 record with a 2.63 GAA, .909 SV% and two shutouts.
Zubrus moves from the top line to Kovalchuk's center.Through five games, the Elektrenai struggled to find offensive chemistry with any line with no points and a minus-2 rating. Look for him to pick it up with his talented linemates.
