van Riemsdyk (lower-body) is targeting a return on Thursday.
van Riemsdyk continues to skate with the Flyers, but won’t play on Tuesday. van Riemsdyk has not ruled out a possible return on Thursday, so monitor his status during the morning skate.
Columbus Blue Jackets News
van Riemsdyk (lower-body) was cleared for contact on Thursday.
van Riemsdyk joined the Flyers morning skate in a regular jersey, suggesting he has been cleared for contact. van Riemsdyk won’t play on Thursday and is unlikely for Saturday, but could be back some time next week.
Kukan will be back in the Blue Jackets lineup on Tuesday.
Kukan has been a healthy scratch for the the last six games, but will play for the first time since October 23rd. Kukan has no points and is averaging 12:13 TOI/GM in five games this season. Kukan replaces Scott Harrington.
Gambrell will be a healthy scratch on Sunday.
van Riemsdyk (lower-body) will resume skating in a few days.
van Riemsdyk has been out since October 6th and is just two and a half weeks into a 5-to-6 week timetable. Returning to the ice is an important step in the right direction for JVR, who could be back in early-November if everything goes well.
The Sharks have reassigned Dylan Gambrell to San Jose (AHL).
Gambrell had two goals and one assist in his season debut with the Barracuda before being called-up following Joe Thornton’s move to IR. With the Sharks off until Thursday, Gambrell could just head down to get some AHL games and return before their meeting with the Sabres.
van Riemsdyk will miss 5-6 weeks with a lower-body injury.
The Sharks recalled Dylan Gambrell from San Jose (AHL).
Gambrell had a sensational season debut with the Barracuda, scoring two goals and one assist. With Joe Thornton landing on IR, Gambrell has been recalled and will be a bottom-6 option on Monday afternoon vs. the Islanders.
The Flames have re-signed Jon Gillies to a two-year deal worth $1.5M ($750K AAV).
The Blue Jackets have signed Boone Jenner to a four-year, $15M ($3.75M AAV) extension.
The Bruins have re-signed Sean Kuraly to a three-year extension worth $3.825M ($1.275M AAV).
Kuraly had 14 points (6G / 8A) in 75 games with the Bruins last season. Boston has one of the deepest forward depth charts in the NHL, so Kuraly will be locked into a fourth line role again in 2019.
The Penguins have signed Jack Johnson to a five-year contract worth $16.25M ($3.25M AAV).
Johnson is a former No.3 overall pick, who has had a few bad years. Johnson is coming off of a season in which he had a -5.4 relative Corsi and was a healthy scratch during the playoffs. However, Johnson remains a high-end skater who can play a physical style of game and brings some offence as well. In Pittsburgh, he will be an upgrade on Chad Ruhwedel as a third-pairing defenseman.
The Flyers have signed James van Riemsdyk to a five-year, $35M ($7.0M AAV) contract.
van Riemsdyk was originally selected No.2 overall by the Flyers in 2007 and spent the first three years of his career in Philadelphia. van Riemsdyk has been one of the most consistent producers in the NHL in recent years, averaging 31 goals and 28 assists (59 points) per 82 games over the last five seasons. JVR is expected to skate on the Flyers’ second line with Nolan Patrick and Jakub Voracek.
Werenski underwent shoulder surgery on Thursday and is expected to need 5-6 months to rehab.
Goalie Start
Gillies wil start Saturday vs. the Golden Knights.
Goalie Start
Gillies will start Thursday in Winnipeg.
Goalie Start
Gillies is in the starter's crease at the Flames morning skate.
Goalie Start
Gillies will start Tuesday vs. the Coyotes.
Goalie Start
Gillies is expected to get the nod for the Flames on Tuesday.
Severson will come out of the Devils lineup on Sunday.
