Varlamov gave up two goals in five minutes on Thursday, but settled in and allowed just one more through regulation and overtime. He face 38 shots total in the Avs 4-3 shootout win over the Jets. He will face the Wild for the second time in two weeks. He stopped 35 of 37 shots in a 3-2 shootout win vs. Minnesota on November 30.
Cizikas left Thursday's game in the first period and did not return. He took a high hit that obviously caught him in the jaw. No word on the severity of Cizikas' injury, for now consider him day-to-day. This injury guarantees that Ryan Strome will make his NHL debut tonight. Cizikas
Schneider allowed three goals on 21 shots in a loss to the Red Wings last Saturday. After winning three straight, Schneider has lost each of his last two starts while allowing three goals in each. He will face the Penguins for the second time this season, he stopped 18 of 21 shots in a 3-0 loss in his first start as a Devil.
Varlamov allowed three goals on 25 in a loss to the Coyotes on Tuesday. He gets the call tonight in Winnipeg. Varly is 5-3-0 with a 2.59 GAA and .915 SV% on the road this season.
Pageau recorded one goal in eight games with the Senators earlier this season. In his time with Binghamton he had six goals and 10 assists in 15 games. He is expected to dress tonight on the third line with Chris Neil and Colin Greening.
Alzner was not injured on the play with 4:29 left in the second period, and Panik was given a five-minute major penalty for boarding on which the Capitals scored twice. The NHL ruled Alzner was in a "vulnerable position" and "at a dangerous distance from the boards" when he was hit, causing "a violent collision with the boards." Panik will miss tonight's game vs. the Red Wings and Saturday's vs. the Devils. He is eligible to return on Sunday in Detroit.
At 16:31 of the second period, Panik hit Alzner in the neutral zone, driving him into the boards. Alzner remained down briefly, but returned to the game in the third period. Panik was assessed a five-minute major for boarding on the play. The following grounds are being considered for supplemental discipline: boarding. However, the Department of Player Safety retains the right to make adjustments to the infraction upon review.
Varlamov allowed eight goals on 28 shots in a blowout loss to the Oilers last Thursday. He was skipped over when he was scheduled to start on Sunday, but will be back in the crease tonight vs. Phoenix. He stopped 41 of 44 shots in a 4-3 OT win vs. the Coyotes on November 21.
Varlamov allowed eight goals on 28 shots in Thursday's 8-2 loss to the Oilers. He was not pulled because J.S Giguere was scheduled to start the following day. He will be back in the cage tonight at Vancouver, a tough matchup for Varly who has been wildly inconsistent as of late.
Schneider allowed three goals on 30 shots in a loss to the Canadiens on Wednesday. The loss broke his three-game winning streak, but he will be back in the crease tonight vs. the Red Wings. Detroit brings in a depleted lineup which makes it a juicier matchup for Schneider.
Schneider allowed three goals on 30 shots in a loss to the Canadiens on Wednesday. The loss broke his three-game winning streak, but he will be back in the crease tonight vs. the Red Wings. Detroit brings in a depleted lineup which makes it a juicier matchup for Schneider.
After appearing in court yesterday, Varlamov will be able to travel with the team and play until his next court date which is set to be January 23. Great news for the Avalanche and Varlamov owners, because he continues to play at a high level. He stopped 35 of 37 shots in a win over the Wild on Saturday. He has a solid matchup in Edmonton on Thursday.
Schneider posted a 15-save shutout against the Sabres on Saturday. His tremendous season continues, he has a 1.72 GAA and .927 SV%… But it is the same story as it was in Vancouver. He does not see enough crease-time to make him an elite option. The Devils played the Habs well on Monday, so it should be another close game on Wednesday.
Schneider allowed two goals on 18 shots in a win over the Hurricanes last night. He finally received some goal support with the Devils pushing five by Cam Ward. Schneider has a good chance to make it three wins in a row tonight vs. Buffalo.
Varlamov gave up three goals on 34 shots in a loss to the Blues on Wednesday. Varlamov looked solid in the final 40 minutes after giving up three goals in the first period. Tonight he faces a Wild team who have scored just two goals in their last three games.
Schneider allowed a single tally on 35 shots in a win over the Kings on November 21. He was given the next three starts off but will be back in between the pipes tonight. His two wins don't tell the whole story, Schneider has a great 1.87 GAA and .925 SV%.
If the starting goalie assumes the backup will start a game, it is a good sign. Schneider has been stellar when called on this season, posting a 1.87 GAA and .925 SV%.
Varlamov posted a 19-save shutout against the Kings on Saturday. It was his third consecutive win and 12th of the season. Varlamov continues to play well despite his legal troubles, but he has a tough matchup on Wednesday vs. St. Louis.
Despite being formally charge with one count of third-degree assault on Friday, Varlamov will be in goal tonight vs. the Kings. He stopped 41 of 44 shots in an overtime win over the Coyotes on Thursday. It will be his first start against the Kings this season.
Varlamov has been granted permission to travel with the Avalanche but is scheduled to appear in Denver County court on December 2. If convicted he could face up to six months in prison.
