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Thompson has quietly become one of the NHL's most consistent and reliable goalies over the past several seasons, coming off consecutive 31-win campaigns. That said, the 29-year-old goalie has been inconsistent at the start of the 2026-27 season. Thompson was serviceable in his most recent outing, saving 27 of 30 shots (.900 SV%) in a 4-3 win over the Florida Panthers, but it marked the sixth time in his last eight games (3-5-0) that he has allowed three or more goals. The Capitals enter Tuesday's game with even -105 odds on the road against an Ottawa Senators team that is 3-1-0 in their last four games.

Aleksanteri Kaskimaki will be a healthy scratch on Tuesday, allowing Berggren to re-enter the lineup. The 26-year-old Berggren is averaging 14:22 time-on-ice and has five points (2G / 3A) in 15 games this season.

Jonatan Berggren will re-enter the Blues lineup on Tuesday, sending Kaskimaki to the press box as a healthy scratch. The 22-year-old Kaskimaki is averaging 12:07 time-on-ice and has two points (1G / 1A) in eight games this season.

With Erik Gustafsson (undisclosed) out of the lineup, Ceci will draw in for the first time since October 27th. The 32-year-old Ceci is averaging 16:40 time-on-ice and has one assist in seven games this season.

Turcotte has seen limited action this season and will return to the sidelines as a healthy scratch. The 25-year-old has seven hits, two shots on goal, and one assist in four games this season.

Gustafsson was absent from practice on Monday and will not play on Tuesday against the Nashville Predators. The 34-year-old Gustafsson has emerged as effective offensive contributor on the Kings' blueline. He has three points (0G / 3A) in his last two games.

Hanifin only played 16:41 time-on-ice in Vegas' previous game, and will not be sidelined for the forseeable future with an undisclosed ailment. The 29-year-old defenseman has been a pivotal part of the Golden Knights blueline this season, averaging 20:24 time-on-ice and scoring six points (2G / 4A) in 19 games.

Hofer has been reliable on most nights, earning his share of the crease and making veteran Jordan Binnington the clear-cut backup goalie in St. Louis. The 26-year-old Hofer is coming off a solid outing, saving 26 of 28 shots (.929 SV%), but lost 3-1 to the Nashville Predators. Goal support has been a recurring issue for Hofer lately, as the Blues have only scored four goals combined in his last three losses, despite him saving 142 of 155 shots (.916 SV%). The Blues enter Tuesday's game as -138 home favourites against a Detroit Red Wings team that has only scored three goals combined in their last three games (0-3-0).

Wallstedt has been busy with Filip Gustavsson (hip) sidelined and will return to the crease for the 17th time in Minnesota's first 20 games. The 23-year-old Swedish goalie has been outstanding to start the 2026-27 season, giving Head Coach John Hynes no reason to deviate, posting a stellar 1.99 GAA and .922 SV% in 16 games (11-2-3). He has allowed two or fewer goals in six of his last seven games (5-1-1). The Wild enter Tuesday's contest as -121 road favourites against a Montreal Canadiens team with points in 10 straight games (8-0-2).

Darcy Kuemper struggled last season, leading the Kings to rely on Forsberg toward the end of the season and into the playoffs, creating uncertainty heading into 2026-27. That said, the Kings have relied on Kuemper to start the season, despite Forsberg's solid play. The 33-year-old Forsberg has yet to win in six appearances (0-4-1), but has been solid, allowing two or fewer goals four times. He has a 2.51 GAA and a .902 SV%. The Kings enter Tuesday's game as -125 home favourites against the Nashville Predators, who are riding a four-game winning streak.

Wotherspoon has been sidelined for a month with a lower-body injury but is nearing a return after practicing on Tuesday. The 29-year-old defenseman has played only six games this season, averaging 18:16 time on ice, recording zero points and a -6 plus/minus. Wotherspoon had a breakout 2025-26 season with the Pittsburgh Penguins, recording 30 points (3G / 27A) and a +17 plus/minus in 80 games.

Gustafsson was absent from practice on Monday and against from the morning skate on Tuesday, leaving his status uncertain against the Nashville Predators. The 34-year-old Gustafsson has emerged as effective offensive contributor on the Kings' blueline. He has three points (0G / 3A) in his last two games.

Mancini has been in and out of the lineup to start the 2026-27 season and should see an increased workload at the AHL level. The 24-year-old defenseman averaged 12:25 time-on-ice and scored zero points in eight games with Vancouver this season.

Crotty hasn't seen much NHL action this season, playing three games with the Senators, and being placed on waivers twice. The 27-year-old Crotty played six games for Ottawa last season, averaging 14:55 time on ice and scoring one assist.

Darcy Kuemper struggled last season, leading the Kings to rely on Forsberg toward the end of the season and into the playoffs, creating uncertainty heading into 2026-27. That said, the Kings have relied on Kuemper to start the season, despite Forsberg's solid play. The 33-year-old Forsberg has yet to win in six appearances (0-4-1), but has been solid, allowing two or fewer goals four times. He has a 2.51 GAA and a .902 SV%. The Kings enter Tuesday's game as -125 home favourites against the Nashville Predators, who are riding a four-game winning streak.

Terry has yet to play this season and appears to be slightly ahead of his original late-November recovery timeline. The 29-year-old Terry is entering his 10th NHL season and has not appeared in fewer than 60 games in any of the last five seasons. He enjoyed an impressive, yet shortened campaign in 2025-26, with 19 goals and 57 points across 61 games played.

Zuccarello has already missed two multi-week stints this season, but will return to the lineup on Tuesday from his most recent absence. The lack of consistency in the lineup hasn't aided Zuccarello's ability to adapt with his new team, scoring just one assist through six games.

Since the start of the 2026-27 season, Head Coach Jared Bednar has leaned on Mackenzie Blackwood over Scott Wedgewood, who has struggled to start the campaign. That said, Wedgewood's struggles aside, Blackwood has earned his increased workload. The 29-year-old Blackwood was excellent in his most recent outing, recording his first shutout of the season, with a 27-save performance in a 4-0 win over the Detroit Red Wings. Colorado enters Tuesday's game as -160 road favourites against a struggling Toronto Maple Leafs team that has been outscored 11-4 during a three-game losing streak (0-3-0).