Martin Hanzal News

Hanzal (lower-body) will be a game-time decision on Thursday.

The Coyotes did not skate this morning because of their recent busy schedule, so head coach Dave Tippett said he will know more about Hanzal’s availability closer to game-time. Hanzal missed Tuesday’s game with a lower-body injury.

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Hanzal was a late scratch for Tuesday’s game because of a lower-body injury.

“Hanzal come off [Tuesday] morning complaining he didn’t feel good,” said head coach Dave Tippett. “He went to try to warmup but said he couldn’t play.” Hanzal should be considered day-to-day until there are more details on Hanzal’s ailment.

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Hanzal (lower-body) will not travel with the team to Nashville.

Hanzal missed practice today after being injured on Saturday night and he will not travel with the team which means he won't play Tuesday in Nashville and likely not in Minnesota on Thursday either. He was spotted with his knee wrapped walking around the facility, but head coach Dave Tippett called him day-to-day.

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Hanzal (lower-body) doubtful for Thursday.

Hanzal hopped on the ice this morning, took a couple of laps around before shaking his head (in displeasure we assume) and heading off of the ice. It looks like Hanzal will miss a second straight game, and what back timing for the Coyotes as they continue to fight furiously with the Dallas Stars for the final Wild Card spot.

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Hanzal (lower-body) is questionable for Tuesday's game in Columbus.

Hanzal was injured in Saturday's game vs. Edmonton. He played just 10:33 (AVG 18:41) before retiring to the dressing room for the night. He reportedly received treatment this morning, but his status remains in question. Monitor his status during pre-game warmups.

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Looks like Hanzal (lower-body) returns to the Coyotes lineup vs. the Kings.

This is great news for the Coyotes who will get a big body back in their lineup vs. a tough Kings team. He has missed the last seven games with a lower-body ailment. He has 15 goals and 22 assists (37 points) in 55 games this season. He will skate on a line with Rob Klinkhammer and Radim Vrbata.

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Hanzal (lower-body) is available for Monday's game says head coach Dave Tippett.

Hanzal has missed the last seven games with a lower-body injury, but it appears as if he will be back in the lineup tonight in L.A. Hanzal has scored two goals in the first two games vs. the Kings this season. Monitor his status during pre-game warmups to be sure he is in.

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Hanzal (lower-body) is not on the ice for the Coyotes' morning skate.

Hanzal has missed the last two games with a lower-body injury, his absence this morning suggests that he will not be in the lineup tonight in Washington. The Coyotes are 2-0 without Hanzal, so there is no reason to rush him back if he is not 100 per cent.

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Hanzal (lower-body) is doubtful for Thursday's game vs. Montreal.

Hanzal has missed multiple practices lately and it appears as if he will miss his second consecutive games tonight. Hanzal will likely be playing with fellow Czech Olympian Martin Erat when he returns from injury. If Hanzal does not play tonight, monitor his status before Saturday's game vs. the Capitals.

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