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Howard is starting. #Redwings
In three starts against the Preds this season, Howard has a 2-1-0 record with a 2.01 GAA and .917 SV%.
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Jimmy Howard News
Howard ready to play, but Babcock uncertain if he wants Howard to start against Preds since no played since Mar. 19. If not, it's Conklin
Howard seems very close to returning but coach Mike Babcock could hold him out for one more game due to precautionary measures.
Howard says he's status quo with groin, still looking at playing Friday
Howard clearly won't play tonight but should be back this week. Check the starting goalies page for the most up-to-date information.
Jimmy Howard says hoping to play Friday
Howard clearly won't play tonight but should be back this week. Check the starting goalies page for the most up-to-date information.
#Redwings Howard is out there in net but Conklin is playing tonight.
Howard practicing is a great sign although he is not expected to play tonight. Look for the All-Star netminder to be an option on Monday against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Jimmy Howard not practicing today for Wings.
Howard had been targeting Saturday but that might be too much of a stretch at this point. If he can't start, look for Ty Conklin to get another look.
Wings' Howard feels better, said he might return on Saturday. MRI Tuesday showed no damage to groin
Great news for Howard as he could return this week. Check the starting goalies page for the most up-to-date information.
Wings' Jimmy Howard has groin injury again.
Tough luck for the Red Wings, who lose their starting goalie yet again. No word on how long he will miss.
Goalie Start
Howard starts in goal.
Howard won his only career start against the Caps, stopping 26 of 28 shots faced.
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Holmstrom practiced on Datsyuk's line yesterday but will start tonight's game on the fourth. He has eight goals and 19 points in 63 games.
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Howard back on Saturday as starter
In two starts against the Sharks this season, Howard has a 0-2-1 record with a 4.26 GAA and .860 SV%.
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Howard will start tonight in Los Angeles, after missing three full games plus two periods due to a strained groin.
In nine career starts against the Kings, Howard has a 5-4-0 record with a 2.69 GAA and .914 SV%.
Jimmy Howard (strained groin), whom general manager Ken Holland said on Sunday is ready to start on Tuesday.
We expect Howard to play tomorrow night. However, check back tomorrow for an official confirmation from the team.
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Good indication Howard and Bertuzzi will return Tuesday at LA
Sounds like Howard will at least backup on Tuesday. He should be able to at least backup but check the starting goalies section for an official confirmation.
Jimmy Howard faced shots for second straight day. Reported no setbacks. Hopes to play Tuesday in LA
Sounds like Howard remains on track to return next week. Check back for an official confirmation from the team.
Spoke to Jimmy Howard. He says he's feeling much better, hopes to play Tuesday at LA
Sounds like Howard will miss the next two games as well. Fantasy hockey owners should circle next Tuesday.
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Holmstrom moves down to the fourth line. The veteran winger scored eight goals and 19 points in 59 games.
No Howard and Lidstrom. Both were out briefly before.
Howard getting back on the ice is clearly a good sign. There remains no update on his status but expect him to miss a few more games.
#Redwings Howard said he's not making trip to Philly. Just treatment and rest, still day to day.
Howard will not play against the Flyers tomorrow but might be an option for later in the week. Considering the Red Wings' placement in the standings, he won't be rushed back.
Defenseman Jakub Kindl (upper body), Todd Bertuzzi (groin) and Jimmy Howard (lower body) are all expected to miss the game against the Flyers.
Howard will miss at least Tuesday's game due to his lower-body injury. The starting goalie remains listed as day-to-day.