Fleury lost four of five down the stretch, but posted a 28-save shutout on Saturday to get the Penguins in the playoffs. He went 34-20-9 with a 2.32 GAA and .920 SV% this season, but his playoff struggles have been well documented—he comes in with a 2.68 GAA and .905 SV% in his playoff career.
Fleury allowed three goals on 26 shots in the Penguins loss to the Islanders last night. That loss made tonight’s game in Buffalo very meaningful for Fleury and the Penguins. He has lost his last four games while posting an ugly 3.76 GAA and .889 SV%. He will look to continue his success over the Sabres this season—he has gone 2-0-0 with a 0.50 GAA and .974 SV% in the first two meetings.
Zuccarello missed the last two games, but will be back in the lineup this afternoon in Washington. Zuccarello’s return is good news for the Rangers who now know they will have him for game 1 of the playoffs.
Zuccarello has missed the last two games, but will take part in pre-game warmups before they decide whether he will be in the lineup this afternoon in Washington. With the playoffs looming, you have to think he will not play unless he is 100%.
Tarasenko has missed the last five games but will be back in the lineup on Saturday. Tarasenko returns just in time for the season finale and will be good to go for the playoffs barring a setback.
Zuccarello has missed the last two games with general soreness and will be a game-time decision in the season finale.
Fleury allowed four goals on 44 shots in the Penguins 4-3 OT loss to the Senators on Tuesday. He will the chance to clinch a playoff spot tonight with the Islanders in town. So far this season Fleury has gone 1-1-1 with a 3.26 GAA and .904 SV% in three starts against the Islanders.
Zuccarello will miss his second straight game with general body soreness. He is listed as day-to-day and is expected to be ready for the playoffs.
Tarasenko will miss his fifth straight game with a lower-body injury. Tarasenko did not skate on Wednesday which clouds his status for Saturday’s game as well.
Zuccarello will sit out of tonight’s game with general body soreness. With Zuccarello out, Jesper Fast will bump up into the top-6 and James Sheppard will draw into the lineup.
Pitlick has been sidelined by an undisclosed injury since December 31st, but he is expected to be back in the lineup tonight vs. the Kings. Pitlick will skate on the third line with Anton Lander and Matt Fraser. Pitlick has one goal in 14 games with the Oilers this season.
Fleury surrendered four goals on 34 shots in the Penguins loss in Columbus on Saturday. He has lost two in a row while allowing a combined eight goals on 65 shots (.877 SV%). Thomas Greiss started on Sunday, but they will go back to the Penguins tonight, in what is an absolute must-win for Pittsburgh. Fleury made 27 saves in a win in his only other start vs. the Senators.
Fleury gave up four goals on 31 shots in the Penguins loss to the Flyers on Wednesday. He has lost three of his last four while registering a 3.43 GAA and .889 SV%. Today he faces the Blue Jackets for the third time this season—he has gone 1-1-0 with a 2.54 GAA and .909 SV% in the first two meetings.
There is no word as to how serious Tarasenko’s injury at this time. He is not expected to be in lineup on Thursday and could miss Friday’s contest as well. Expect a more detailed update later today.
Fleury allowed two goals on 32 shots in the Penguins win over the Sharks on Sunday. Fleury wrapped up 5-4-2 with a 2.65 GAA and .908 SV% in 11 starts in March. Fleury is 0-1 against the Flyers this season, but 24-16-2 with a 2.88 GAA and .900 SV% in his career against Philly. Fleury comes in at 20-10-4 at home this season.
Tarasenko was spotted limping in the dressing room following Monday’s game, but head coach Ken Hitchcock said that there will be no update on Tarasenko until Tuesday.
Fleury allowed five goals on 28 shots in the Penguins loss to the Hurricanes on Thursday. Fleury has lost four of his last five starts while posting a 3.39 GAA and .890 SV%. Tonight he will face a Sharks team who will be looking to close out their road-trip on a three-game winning streak—they have scored nine goals in their last two games.
Bogosian missed the last six games, but will be back in the lineup tonight vs. Arizona. Since being traded to the Sabres, Bogosian has collected four assists in 12 games while playing 26:35 TOI per game.
Fleury allowed three goals on 35 shots in the Penguins 3-2 overtime loss to the Blues on Tuesday. Fleury lost three of his last four contests while posting a 2.92 GAA and .907 SV%. Tonight will be his third start against the Hurricanes this season—he has gone 1-1-0 with a 2.02 GAA and .932 SV% in the first two meetings.
