Following a scary elbow infection, MacArthur likely just needed some time off. Expect him to suit up next to his usual partners in crime Mikhail Grabovski and Nikolai Kulemin.
Over 10 career starts against the Blue Jackets, Anderson has played rather favorably with a 7-3-0 record with a 2.32 GAA, .916 SV% and one shutout.
Perron continues his road to recovery but is still a ways away from returning. The next step would be slowly introducing him to contact. However, practicing with the team for two consecutive days remains a welcome sign.
MacArthur was hurt during last night's game, which could be a setback from his previous elbow injury. Last season he scored 21 goals and 62 points over 82 games while playing on the Grabovski line. Should this injury keep him out, matching that production would look like even more of a long shot.
Perron skated with his teammates, not by himself, which is a very welcome sign for him. The next step would be slowly introducing him to contact. Considering he only skated 20 minutes today, his return should take a while.
Sounds like MacArthur is at least questionable for Thursday's game. Stay tuned for a further update.
In nine appearances against the team formerly known as the Thrashers, Andy holds a 5-1-2 record with a 2.45 GAA and .930 SV%.
With Jeff Carter out of the lineup, Derrick Brassard steps up to the top line. Through his first five games this season, the Hull, Quebec native has been held scoreless with a minus-1 rating. Look for him to improve while playing with Rick Nash.
Anderson missed today's practice for personal reasons. He is expected to get back on the ice tomorrow.
MacArthur could have gone under the knife which would have sidelined him for a number of weeks. Instead, the team's doctors caught the infliction on time which means he will be back in the lineup tomorrow.
If Brassard does play, it will be on the third line. The former 6th overall pick was held scoreless over four games with a minus-1 rating. One of him, Maksim Mayorov or Ryan Johansen will be scratched tomorrow against the Stars.
Eller moves up to the top line and could pot a few goals playing alongside an excellent playmaker. Last year, the former 13th overall pick scored seven goals and 17 points over his first 77 games as a Hab. Look for him to improve on those totals.
Brassard did not practice yesterday due to a minor tweak but his participation today indicates he is OK.
No word on if Brassard will miss any games or if his absence was simply precautionary. Expect a further update.
In his only start against his former team, Anderson lasted only 31 minutes and allowed five goals on 22 shots.
MacArthur has been battling an elbow injury but should get back into the lineup. Last season he scored 21 goals and 62 points over 82 games while playing on the Grabovski line. Expect similar production despite his two games missed.
Over 11 career appearances against the Wild, Anderson holds a 2-6-0-2 record with a 3.01 GAA and .898 SV%.
Eller will return to the lineup and start on the fourth line. Last year, the former 13th overall pick scored seven goals and 17 points over his first 77 games as a Hab. Expected to get the first crack at the top line, Eller continues to get some tough love and will need to re-earn his playing time.
MacArthur is eligible to return to the lineup on Saturday, October 15th. Last season he scored 21 goals and 62 points over 82 games while playing on the Grabovski line. Expect similar production despite his two games missed.
Eller will return and play his first game of the season. Last year, the former 13th overall pick scored seven goals and 17 points over his first 77 games as a Hab. He should get the first crack at replacing Cammalleri on the top line.
