Here is what the lineups could look like when the Wild and Blue Jackets meet tonight at Nationwide Arena in Columbus
BLUE JACKETS
Rick Nash - Jeff Carter - R.J. Umberger
Vinny Prospal - Mark Letestu - Ryan Johansen
Antoine Vermette - Samuel Pahlsson - Derek Dorsett
Matt Calvert - Derek MacKenzie - Jared Boll
Fedor Tyutin- Nikita Nikitin
Marc Methot - James Wisniewski
John Moore - Grant Clitsome
Steve Mason will start in net, with Curtis Sanford backing him up.
WILD
Dany Heatley - Mikko Koivu - Devin Setoguchi
Cal Clutterbuck - Matt Cullen - Pierre-Marc Bouchard
Darroll Powe - Kyle Brodziak - Nick Johnson
Colton Gillies - Warren Peters - Brad Staubitz
Nick Schultz - Nate Prosser
Clayton Stoner - Marek Zidlicky
Justin Falk - Jared Spurgeon
Niklas Backstrom will start in net, with Josh Harding the backup.
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Posted On Tuesday, 11.15.2011 / 1:27 PM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Potential lineups for Wild, Jackets
Posted On Tuesday, 11.15.2011 / 10:45 AM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Sullivan, Kennedy skating with Pens
When the Pittsburgh Penguins came out for the morning skate today at Consol Energy Center, injured forwards Steve Sullivan and Tyler Kennedy were with them.
Coach Dan Bylsma had told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review that Sullivan (lower body) and Kennedy would take part in the morning skate, and would play if they felt up to it. Otherwise, Dustin Jeffrey, recalled from a conditioning assignment with AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, would re-enter the lineup.
Sidney Crosby is on the ice, but won't play tonight. Also skating today is forward Eric Tangradi.
Here is what the lines looked like, according to the Penguins' website:
Steve Sullivan - Evgeni Malkin - James Neal
Chris Kunitz - Jordan Staal - Pascal Dupuis
Matt Cooke - Richard Park - Tyler Kennedy
Arron Asham - Joe Vitale - Craig Adams
Coach Dan Bylsma had told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review that Sullivan (lower body) and Kennedy would take part in the morning skate, and would play if they felt up to it. Otherwise, Dustin Jeffrey, recalled from a conditioning assignment with AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, would re-enter the lineup.
Sidney Crosby is on the ice, but won't play tonight. Also skating today is forward Eric Tangradi.
Here is what the lines looked like, according to the Penguins' website:
Steve Sullivan - Evgeni Malkin - James Neal
Chris Kunitz - Jordan Staal - Pascal Dupuis
Matt Cooke - Richard Park - Tyler Kennedy
Arron Asham - Joe Vitale - Craig Adams
Posted On Tuesday, 11.15.2011 / 10:10 AM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Pens' Jeffrey recalled from AHL conditioning stint
With Steve Sullivan (lower-body injury) and Tyler Kennedy (concussion) game-time decisions, the Pittsburgh Penguins today have recalled forward Dustin Jeffrey from a conditioning assignment with AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scratnon.
Jeffrey is scoreless in six games this season, but he still might be dealing with the effects of March surgery to repair torn ligaments in his right knee.
Bylsma told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review that the conditioning assignment was not performance based; rather, it's because Jeffrey needed to get into game situations that weren't available when the Penguins were a fully healthy team.
Jeffrey is scoreless in six games this season, but he still might be dealing with the effects of March surgery to repair torn ligaments in his right knee.
Bylsma told the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review that the conditioning assignment was not performance based; rather, it's because Jeffrey needed to get into game situations that weren't available when the Penguins were a fully healthy team.
Posted On Monday, 11.14.2011 / 2:48 PM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Isles recall Neiderreiter from conditioning assignment
Nino Niederreiter, the No. 5 pick in the 2010 Entry Draft, will make his season debut for the New York Islanders when they host the New York Rangers on Tuesday night.
The 19-year-old native of Switzerland has 3 goals and 1 assists in 6 games at Bridgeport of the AHL this season. The winger spent two weeks with the Sound Tigers while on a conditioning stint after suffering a groin injury during training camp.
Islanders coach Jack Capuano said that Niederreiter was playing well enough in camp to make the team before the injury.
The 19-year-old native of Switzerland has 3 goals and 1 assists in 6 games at Bridgeport of the AHL this season. The winger spent two weeks with the Sound Tigers while on a conditioning stint after suffering a groin injury during training camp.
Islanders coach Jack Capuano said that Niederreiter was playing well enough in camp to make the team before the injury.
Posted On Monday, 11.14.2011 / 12:58 PM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Ducks claim Hagman off waivers
The slumping Anaheim Ducks claimed Niklas Hagman off re-entry waivers from the Calgary Flames on Monday.
The move means the Ducks are only responsible for half of Hagman's $3 million salary with the Flames paying the other half.
The Flames sent Hagman to Abbotsford of the AHL on Thursday after the 31-year-old winger had just 1 goal and 3 assists in 8 games. But Hagman was subject to re-entry waivers when the Flames tried to recall him over the weekend, allowing the Ducks to swoop in and grab him at half price.
The Ducks have lost 10 of 12 and could use Hagman on the team's second line with Teemu Selanne and Saku Koivu. The three Finns working together could give the team some scoring depth it's sorely lacking right now.
Hagman scored at least 20 goals per season from 2007-10.
The move means the Ducks are only responsible for half of Hagman's $3 million salary with the Flames paying the other half.
The Flames sent Hagman to Abbotsford of the AHL on Thursday after the 31-year-old winger had just 1 goal and 3 assists in 8 games. But Hagman was subject to re-entry waivers when the Flames tried to recall him over the weekend, allowing the Ducks to swoop in and grab him at half price.
The Ducks have lost 10 of 12 and could use Hagman on the team's second line with Teemu Selanne and Saku Koivu. The three Finns working together could give the team some scoring depth it's sorely lacking right now.
Hagman scored at least 20 goals per season from 2007-10.
Posted On Monday, 11.14.2011 / 11:46 AM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Avalanche name Hejduk captain
After deciding against choosing a replacement for the retired Adam Foote to start the season, the Colorado Avalanche named Milan Hejduk the third captain in the team's history Monday.
The 35-year-old Hejduk and Paul Stastny had been serving as alternate captains. Hejduk will wear the "C" for the first time Tuesday when the Avalanche face the Pittsburgh Penguins.
"Milan is a player who leads by example both on and off the ice," Avalanche coach Joe Sacco said. "He is a product of this organization and won a Stanley Cup with this franchise. He is well-respected among his teammates and we feel he deserves this opportunity and responsibility."
Hejduk, who has served as one of the permanent alternate captains since 2008-09, joins Joe Sakic and Adam Foote as the only captains the Avalanche have ever had. Overall, Hejduk is just the 10th captain in the franchise's 32-year history. The Usti-nad Labem, Czech Republic native joins Peter Stastny as the only European-born captains in franchise history.
"I'm honored to be named Avalanche captain," Hejduk said. "From my rookie season here in Colorado, I have always felt a great sense of pride wearing this sweater and being a part of this organization. I am looking forward to this added responsibility."
Hejduk, who won a Stanley Cup with Colorado in 2001, ranks third in franchise history in games (927), is fourth in goals (364) and points (769), and fifth in assists (405). He is the franchise's all-time leader in regular-season overtime goals with 9 and his 59 career game-winning tallies rank second behind only Sakic (86). Hejduk sits third in franchise history with 136 power-play goals.
The Florida Panthers are now the only NHL team without a captain.
The 35-year-old Hejduk and Paul Stastny had been serving as alternate captains. Hejduk will wear the "C" for the first time Tuesday when the Avalanche face the Pittsburgh Penguins.
"Milan is a player who leads by example both on and off the ice," Avalanche coach Joe Sacco said. "He is a product of this organization and won a Stanley Cup with this franchise. He is well-respected among his teammates and we feel he deserves this opportunity and responsibility."
Hejduk, who has served as one of the permanent alternate captains since 2008-09, joins Joe Sakic and Adam Foote as the only captains the Avalanche have ever had. Overall, Hejduk is just the 10th captain in the franchise's 32-year history. The Usti-nad Labem, Czech Republic native joins Peter Stastny as the only European-born captains in franchise history.
"I'm honored to be named Avalanche captain," Hejduk said. "From my rookie season here in Colorado, I have always felt a great sense of pride wearing this sweater and being a part of this organization. I am looking forward to this added responsibility."
Hejduk, who won a Stanley Cup with Colorado in 2001, ranks third in franchise history in games (927), is fourth in goals (364) and points (769), and fifth in assists (405). He is the franchise's all-time leader in regular-season overtime goals with 9 and his 59 career game-winning tallies rank second behind only Sakic (86). Hejduk sits third in franchise history with 136 power-play goals.
The Florida Panthers are now the only NHL team without a captain.
Posted On Monday, 11.07.2011 / 4:20 PM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Sports hernia surgery puts Wolski on shelf
New York Rangers left wing Wojtek Wolski will undergo surgery for a sports hernia Wednesday and is expected to miss about four weeks.
The 25-year-old has been battling groin problems since training camp, but Wolski left the Rangers' game against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday and has not played since.
With just 2 assists in 6 games, it's been a disappointing season for Wolski, who was given the first crack at playing with Marian Gaborik and Brad Richards. Injuries and ineffectiveness forced coach John Tortorella to shuffle Wolski around, and now surgery will keep him on IR.
The procedure will be performed by Dr. William Meyers at Core Performance Physicians in Philadelphia.
The 25-year-old has been battling groin problems since training camp, but Wolski left the Rangers' game against the Anaheim Ducks on Thursday and has not played since.
With just 2 assists in 6 games, it's been a disappointing season for Wolski, who was given the first crack at playing with Marian Gaborik and Brad Richards. Injuries and ineffectiveness forced coach John Tortorella to shuffle Wolski around, and now surgery will keep him on IR.
The procedure will be performed by Dr. William Meyers at Core Performance Physicians in Philadelphia.
Posted On Friday, 11.04.2011 / 1:32 PM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Tortorella: Rupp will require arthroscopic surgery
Rangers coach John Tortorella told reporters Friday that forward Mike Rupp will have arthroscopic surgery on his left knee next week. A timetable for Rupp's return will be determined after the surgery.
Tortorella also said that Wojtek Wolski, who re-injured his groin in Thursday's 2-1 shootout win over Anaheim, is expected to have an MRI and is definitely out for Saturday's game against Montreal. That means Sean Avery will make his season debut with the Rangers after clearing re-entry waiveres and getting recalled earlier in the week.
Backup goalie Martin Biron missed practice due to a death in the family, but will be back for Saturday's game. Henrik Lundqvist is expected to start against the Canadiens.
Tortorella said there was no further update on the status of Marc Staal (post-concussion symptoms). He reportedly used the word "indefinite" when asked about Staal's health status.
The Rangers could make a subsequent move to replace Wolski on the roster should he be out for an extended period, but they've done nothing as of yet. They also haven't officially announced the signing of defenseman Anton Stralman, who reportedly agreed to a one-year, $900,000 contract on Thursday.
Tortorella also said that Wojtek Wolski, who re-injured his groin in Thursday's 2-1 shootout win over Anaheim, is expected to have an MRI and is definitely out for Saturday's game against Montreal. That means Sean Avery will make his season debut with the Rangers after clearing re-entry waiveres and getting recalled earlier in the week.
Backup goalie Martin Biron missed practice due to a death in the family, but will be back for Saturday's game. Henrik Lundqvist is expected to start against the Canadiens.
Tortorella said there was no further update on the status of Marc Staal (post-concussion symptoms). He reportedly used the word "indefinite" when asked about Staal's health status.
The Rangers could make a subsequent move to replace Wolski on the roster should he be out for an extended period, but they've done nothing as of yet. They also haven't officially announced the signing of defenseman Anton Stralman, who reportedly agreed to a one-year, $900,000 contract on Thursday.
Posted On Friday, 11.04.2011 / 1:22 PM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Kovalchuk's status remains uncertain for Saturday
The Devils still don't know the extent of Ilya Kovalchuk's lower-body injury or if he'll be able to play Saturday at home against Winnipeg.
"We're going to evaluate him today and get a report tonight and probably, it'll be more, see how he feels tomorrow morning," Devils coach Pete DeBoer told the reporters in attendance at the Devils optional practice Friday.
Kovalchuk left Thursday's game in Philadelphia late in the third period. He told reporters he thought it was a muscle pull. Kovalchuk did not return for overtime and did not participate in the shootout, though he said he did think about it.
"I tried and it wasn't good at all," Kovalchuk said.
Devils goalie Martin Brodeur confirmed that he will start Saturday against the Jets. Brodeur admitted he felt some soreness in his right shoulder following Wednesday's 5-3 loss to Toronto (his first game since suffering the injury three weeks earlier), but it went away and he felt fine during pre-game warm-ups in Philadelphia.
Johan Hedberg did not practice for the Devils after complaining of back pain following his 4-3 shootout victory Thursday. And defenseman Andy Greene, who sat out Thursday's game with a lower-body injury, will participate in the morning skate Saturday. He'll be re-evaluated afterward.
"We're going to evaluate him today and get a report tonight and probably, it'll be more, see how he feels tomorrow morning," Devils coach Pete DeBoer told the reporters in attendance at the Devils optional practice Friday.
Kovalchuk left Thursday's game in Philadelphia late in the third period. He told reporters he thought it was a muscle pull. Kovalchuk did not return for overtime and did not participate in the shootout, though he said he did think about it.
"I tried and it wasn't good at all," Kovalchuk said.
Devils goalie Martin Brodeur confirmed that he will start Saturday against the Jets. Brodeur admitted he felt some soreness in his right shoulder following Wednesday's 5-3 loss to Toronto (his first game since suffering the injury three weeks earlier), but it went away and he felt fine during pre-game warm-ups in Philadelphia.
Johan Hedberg did not practice for the Devils after complaining of back pain following his 4-3 shootout victory Thursday. And defenseman Andy Greene, who sat out Thursday's game with a lower-body injury, will participate in the morning skate Saturday. He'll be re-evaluated afterward.
Posted On Monday, 10.31.2011 / 2:22 PM
By NHL.com Staff - /NHL.com - At the Rink blog
Devils activate Brodeur from IR
The New Jersey Devils have activated goaltender Martin Brodeur off injured reserve, and have assigned goalie Keith Kinkaid to AHL Lowell.
Brodeur has been out since injuring his shoulder in the first period of a game Oct. 13 against the Los Angeles Kings.
He could be in the net Wednesday, when the Devils host the Toronto Maple Leafs.
In Brodeur's absence, backup Johan Hedberg has gone 3-3-1, but has lost two straight.
Brodeur has been out since injuring his shoulder in the first period of a game Oct. 13 against the Los Angeles Kings.
He could be in the net Wednesday, when the Devils host the Toronto Maple Leafs.
In Brodeur's absence, backup Johan Hedberg has gone 3-3-1, but has lost two straight.
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