Calgary Flames: Forward Connor Zary exited the first period of his game after a headfirst collision with the boards, following a hook and push from Panthers’ A.J. Greer. Flames coach Ryan Huska confirmed Zary was “moving around” and “fine” after the game but did not provide specifics on the injury.
Chicago Blackhawks: The Blackhawks are dealing with injuries to forward Andrew Mangiapane and defenseman Louis Crevier, both sustained on Thursday. Both players missed the previous night’s game and are expected to sit out Sunday’s contest as well.
Colorado Avalanche: Positive news emerged from the Avalanche camp as forwards Ross Colton, Gabe Landeskog, Artturi Lehkonen, and Logan O’Connor were all seen on the ice. Coach Jared Bednar indicated that one player might return as early as Sunday, with a possibility of all four rejoining the team at some point during their upcoming road trip. Bednar specifically noted Landeskog’s progress, stating he “seems to be doing really well” and that a return could happen “at any moment.”
Florida Panthers: Defenseman Niko Mikkola was forced to leave the game in the first period after suffering a knee-on-knee hit. He required assistance off the ice and was reportedly unable to bear significant weight on his left leg.
Los Angeles Kings: Forward Joel Armia has returned to action after being sidelined for 10 games due to a back injury.
Minnesota Wild: Forwards Joel Eriksson Ek and Kirill Kaprizov are considered day-to-day and will not play today. Coach Jon Hynes emphasized the importance of ensuring both players are fully recovered and given adequate time to heal before their anticipated return in the “near future.”
Philadelphia Flyers: Forward Sean Couturier is currently sidelined with an upper-body injury. While the exact duration of his absence is unknown, the injury is not expected to be long-term.
Pittsburgh Penguins: Defenseman Sam Girard might make his return to the lineup as early as tonight’s game.
San Jose Sharks: The Sharks had several players missing from practice, including forwards Tyler Toffoli and Igor Chernyshov, defenseman Vincent Desharnais, and goaltender Jaroslav Askarov. Forward Ty Dellandrea participated in a no-contact jersey. Coach David Warsofsky confirmed Toffoli is dealing with a lower-body injury and will be out tonight and “for a little bit” longer. Desharnais’s status for tonight’s game will be a game-time decision.
Toronto Maple Leafs: Forward Matthew Knies revealed he has been playing through a knee injury, stating he believes the injury cannot worsen and therefore poses no additional risk by continuing to play. While acknowledging the discomfort, he emphasized that many players are dealing with injuries at this point in the season and he intends to remain in the lineup. Separately, defenseman Morgan Rielly returned to the ice yesterday after missing Thursday’s session due to an illness.
