- Shelly Anderson: Penguins Kris Letang is believed to have a lower leg injury and will be evaluated back in Pittsburgh. He won’t skate this weekend.
- James Gordon: Senators Jason Spezza has a “minor groin injury.”
- Mark Lazerus: Blackhawks “goalie Corey Crawford has “stiffness” in his lower body. (I’ll pause so you can stop giggling.)” Coach Joel Quenneville said he’ll be fine for the season opener.
- Helene St. James: Red Wings center Stephen Weiss said his groin injury isn’t serious. He plans to skate tomorrow and be ready for the opener on Wednesday.
- Tom Gulitti of the Bergon Record: Devils Patrik Elias is bothered by a groin injury again.