Short Shifts

Notable lineup happenings from around the NHL:

The Senators are calling Jason Spezza doubtful for Thursday’s game. Sens Lineup

Alexander Ovechkin left Sunday’s game in the 2nd period with an upper body injury. Caps Lineup

Carolina’s Eric Staal did not play the third period in Sunday’s game. Erik Cole returned to action. Canes Lineup

Vincent Lecavalier has been demoted to the third line in Tampa Bay. Lightning Lineup

Rangers winger Marian Gaborik returned Sunday. Rangers Lineup

Bobby Ryan was moved back onto the first line in Anaheim replacing Joffrey Lupul. Ducks Lineup

Flyers Daniel Briere is doubtful for Monday but is expected to be in the lineup Friday. Flyers Lineup

TJ Oshie is expected to return to action Thursday. Blues Lineup