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Torts believes Derek Stepan will play tonight.
Stepan was struggling to skate yesterday due to a sore ankle but will play tonight. The playmaking center has been playing the best hockey of his young career centering Marian Gaborik.
Carolina Hurricanes News
Rangers say Stepan should be OK for tomorrow. So we'll see how he's feeling Saturday AM
Following Thursday night's 5-3 win over the Carolina Hurricanes, Stepan failed to practice with the team. We will know more on his status tomorrow.
"I'm trying to work as hard as I can to get back as quick as I can." - Taylor Hall (shoulder), who had a high-tempo on-ice workout today
Hall was back at practice just days after the injury and is certainly ahead of schedule. Check back for a further update on the former 1st overall pick.
Oilers forward Taylor Hall will miss 2-4 weeks with a left shoulder injury.
Bad news for Hall owners and the Edmonton Oilers. Prior to getting hurt, the sophomore scored seven goals and 18 points in 22 games. As a fiery competitor, look for hall to get back into the lineup as soon as he can.
Hall out
Hall had an MRI today with the results not expected to be released until late tonight or tomorrow. Expect a further update as soon as the news breaks.
Maybe we’ll find out Monday before the Oilers host the Predators what Hall’s MRI shows — a shoulder separation, dislocation, something else? And how long the 20-year-old former No. 1 draft pick be out of the lineup?
We will have a further update on Hall's status prior to tomorrow's puck drop so stay tuned.
Taylor Hall will not return to tonight's game due to a left shoulder injury
Hall injured his shoulder after taking a body check in the first period. While he returned to the game briefly the team likely took him out for precautionary measures.
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Hall moves down a line to the second line where he will play with mentor-figure Shawn Horcoff. Through 17 games, the former 1st overall pick continues to break out with three goals and eight points.
Jake gardiner could see time at forward tonight.
As mentioned yesterday, the Leafs will dress seven defensemen tonight. The rookie defender registered five assists in 17 games with the team.
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Practice is underway at CONSOL Energy Center. Center Jordan Staal is out with his teammates.
Sounds like his absence from practice yesterday was just a maintenance day. Feel free to start him with confidence.
#Pens Staal is only player of note missing from practice -SK
Staal just returned to lineup on Saturday so this absence is likely just a maintenance day. He scored six goals and 10 points through his first 14 games.
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Avs said centers Ryan O’Reilly and Paul Stastny will be in the lineup tonight against the Cal-Gary Flames.
Stastny won't draw out following a maintenance day. He has three goals and eight points over his first 13 games.
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Staal, Martin officially are playing tonight
Staal gets back into the lineup after missing two games. Start him if you still have an available roster slot.
#Pens coach Bylsma: Staal also game-time decision -SK
Good news for Staal, who has missed the past two games. He scored six goals and nine points through his first 12 for the injury-plagued Pens.
Gardiner suffering from a minor foot injury. Blocked a shot vs. Ottawa and felt sore today. Status tomorrow in doubt.
Gardiner has been a big reason why the team continues to sit Cody Franson. The rookie has played well and chipped in three assists over nine games this season. Check back tomorrow to see if he's in the lineup.
Jordan Staal just walked through rink. FWIW,No visible limp or injury.
Staal not skating is a telling sign for the team. The second line center scored six goals and nine points over 12 games before getting hurt.
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Stepan moves up to the top line after Erik Christensen failed in that role yesterday. Through nine games, the sophomore only produced two assists.
Jordan Staal not on the ice for Pgh. morning skate. Likely lingering effects of hit on Tavares Thurs. Game status unknown, but not promising
Staal's six goals are second on the team while his nine points are one behind leading scorer James Neal. Missing Staal would be a giant blow to the team even though they seem to win without anyone healthy. He did not travel to Toronto and will not play tonight.
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Taylor Hall is taking the morning skate.
Hall skating this morning is an indication he could play tonight. Over the team's first four games he scored a goal and four points. If he returns tonight, look for him to play on the top line.
Jake gardiner is back in while cody franson is out.
Gardiner had been a healthy scratch with Cody Franson drawing back into the lineup. With no points and a minus-2 rating over his first two games, the 21-year-old certainly has some growing pains.