Nick Cole: The Predators are hopeful to have an update on Pekka Rinne today.
Adrian Dater via Sulia: Avs Alex Tanguay practiced yesterday in a non-contact jersey. He’ll push it hard next week and it’s possible he could return soon. Ryan O’Reilly is doubtful for today.
Stephen Whyno: Flyers Zac Rinaldo is out six weeks with a high-ankle sprain.
Vancouver Canucks: Defenseman Alex Edler hasn’t been cleared to play yet.
SportsNet Pacific: Alex Burrows said he hasn’t been cleared to play yet.
Hope Smoke: Darren Dreger: “Bolland still seems a way away. Probably after the Olympic break”
Aaron Portzline: Not definitive, but Blue Jackets Blake Comeau won’t play this weekend due to a lower-body injury.
Missy Zielinski: Lightning’s Ben Bishop (sprained right wrist) won’t be available to come off the IR until Tuesday.