Stephen Lorenzo: Islanders John Tavares said it’s a partial MCL tear and that he won’t need surgery.
Dave Molinari: Penguins coach Dan Bylsma said that Paul Martin will be out four to sixweeks with a broken hand.
Pittsburgh Penguins: Beau Bennett had a “bump in the road,” setback has a three to four week timetable.
Helene St. James: Red Wings Jakub Kindl will be out the next two games with a knee injury. Ryan Sproul has been recalled.
Ansar Khan: Red Wings Stephen Weiss said he’s not ready yet and will miss the next two games. He still needs some more practice time.
Ansar Khan: Red Wings Johan Franzen said that he’s been cleared by doctors but wants to make sure he doesn’t suffer any symptoms at today skate. Will decide after what his status is.
Aaron Portzline: Blue Jackets Marian Gaborik expects to play tomorrow.