Eller will return and play his first game of the season. Last year, the former 13th overall pick scored seven goals and 17 points over his first 77 games as a Hab. He should get the first crack at replacing Cammalleri on the top line.
Spacek is the second defender lost to injury, which moved Yannick Weber back to the blue line. Playing primarily on the third pairing, the Rokycany, Czechoslovakia native scored only a goal and 16 points last season. If you owned Spacek, Weber is likely a better option in the short and long term.
Expect the often injured Cammalleri out of the lineup for at least two weeks, returning at the end of the month. Last season, he only drew into 67 games which led to a average 19-goal, 47-point output. Look for Lars Eller to replace him on a scoring line.
Palushaj was recalled to replace the injured Michael Cammalleri. With two assists in his first game with the Hamilton Bulldogs, he became the first option.
Over 12 career appearances, Kiprusoff holds a 7-3-0 record with a 2.58 GAA and .913 SV% with two shutouts.
Crosby continues his slow, eventual pace to recovery. 'Sid is a Ferrari and needs to be fine tuned'. Stay tuned for a further update.
Malkin is expected to play tomorrow as he barely missed yesterday's game. Stay tuned for a further update prior to tomorrow's game.
Harding has one career appearance against the Sens, where he allowed a goal on two shots over 19 minutes.
GM Mike Gillis claimed Kesler would return on either October 15th or the 18th. With the 15th a part of their current road trip, look for the 18th at home against the Rangers as his earliest expected day back.
The Preds next play on Thursday, which could be ample amount of time for the defenseman to return. Last season he scored two goals and 18 points while manning the second defensive pairing. If he can't go, look for Mattias Ekholm to draw in.
The Ducks play both Sunday and Monday with coach Carlyle likely eyeing Lydman's return for one of the days. If the team's first two games were any indication, they could use his solid, defensive work in their own zone.
No immediate fantasy hockey value in the AHL.
Foster should be ready, or 'very close', when the puck is dropped on Friday night. Look for him to replace Nate Guenin on the bottom pairing and possibly see some PP time.
Sounds like Rozsival will be out long term following taking a puck to the face. Expect David Schlemko to fill his spot on the roster with Chris Summers possibly getting a look as well.
Through 75 games last season, Summers scored a goal and 10 points. The former 29th overall pick figures to help the team on the defensive side of the puck and not the offensive side. His career high in goals came in his freshman season at the University of Michigan which indicates he has a very limited upside.
Stay tuned for a further update on Marleau's status. The former captain has not missed a game since the 2008-2009 campaign, so don't expect him to sit out.
While Havlat declared himself ready to play prior to Game 1 of the season, team doctors failed to clear him to play in time. He should return within the next week, provided his shoulder has enough strength to withstand the rigors of a full game.
The Sharks continue to coddle their starting goalie, and have the luxury to do so with Thomas Greiss playing well. Look for Niemi to return within the next two weeks and reclaim his job.
Kopitar has three goals and four points over his first two games, dominating his opposition. At this rate, he could fully break out into the elite and possibly top 100 points.
Penner failed to skate with his normal linemates, indicating he is not fully healthy. Stay tuned for a further update on this wounded winger.