Smith will be scratched Saturday against Boston.
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Wood (upper-body) will not play Thursday vs. the Islanders.
Coyle (upper-body) will not play on Thursday.
Coyle is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, so look for Karson Kuhlman to replace him in the lineup. Coyle should be considered questionable for Saturday's rematch vs. the Rangers.
Gudbranson will be scratched Wednesday against the Blue Jackets.
Fabbro is on the ice for warmups and is expected to be back in the Predators lineup on Wednesday.
Jaros will be scratched Wednesday vs. the Avalanche.
Jaros has been in the lineup for three straight games but will be replaced by Nicolas Meloche on Wednesday.
Fabbro (upper-body) will be a game-time decision on Wednesday.
Fabbro has been out since April 6th but could be back in the lineup Wednesday in Columbus. Fabbro scored two goals and nine assists (11 points) in 38 games this season. He will likely replace Alexandre Carrier if he can play.
Goalie Start
Merzlikins will start Wednesday vs. the Predators.
Garland (lower-body) will be a game-time decision on Monday.
Garland has missed the last six games with a lower-body injury but is listed as a game-time decision for Monday's game vs. the Kings. Prior to getting hurt, Garland was held goalless in his previous 10 games.
Marchment (upper-body) will return to the Panthers lineup on Monday.
Marchment has missed the last six games with an upper-body injury but will play Monday vs. the Stars. Marchment, who has spent most of the season on the wing, will play centre because Sam Bennett is out with an upper-body injury of his own.
Goalie Start
Merzlikins will start Monday vs. the Predators.
Goalie Start
Merzlikins will start Saturday in Carolina.
Heinen will be back in the Ducks lineup on Friday.
Goalie Start
Merzlikins will start Tuesday vs. the Red Wings.
Lundestrom will draw back into the Ducks lineup on Monday.
Garland is week-to-week with a lower-body injury.
This is a massive blow to the Coyotes, who are currently clinging to the final playoff spot in the West Division. Garland is currently tied for second on the team with 32 points (10G / 22A) in 45 games.
Goalie Start
Merzlikins will start Thursday in Tampa Bay.
Garland (undisclosed) is not expected to play Wednesday.
Garland was banged up on Monday and left Tuesday's practice early and is not expected to play tonight vs. the Wild. With Garland out, John Hayden replaced him on a line with Christian Dvorak and Lawson Crouse.
Goalie Start
Merzlikins will start Monday in Florida.
Gudbranson will make his Predators debut on Saturday.