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NHL Injuries: Blues, Mitchell, Hillen, Laich, Myers and Clowe
Mark Easson
Jason Gregor: Blues Federko: “I believe Backes will start for sure. Oshie is a bit of a question because it was a head injury, but I expect he’ll play.” … “It looks like Berglund will miss this series so someone like Ott, Paajarvi or Morrow will have to step an produce in that spot.”
Adrian Dater: It is unlikely that John Mitchell will play in the first round. They will likely be without two of their top three centers for the series.
Katie Carrera: Capitals Jack Hillen confirmed that he suffered a concussion when he collided with Alex Ovechkin. He still has symptoms.
Adam Vingan: Capitals Brooks Laich did not pass his exit physical.
John Vogl: Sabres Tyler Myers has two broken ribs, but hopes to be able to go to the World Championships and play with Canada.
Tom Gulitti: Devils Ryane Clowe confirmed that he suffered another concussion: “Hopefully it’s not long term. I don’t know”