McAvoy practices
Joe Haggerty: Boston Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy practiced yesterday in a no-contact jersey. He’s been out since October 18th with a concussion.
Forward David Krejci wasn’t on the ice yesterday.
Ferland has a concussion
Michael Smith: Carolina Hurricanes forward Micheal Ferland has been diagnosed with a concussion.
Timmins skates
Ryan Clark: Colorado Avalanche defenseman Conor Timmins was on the ice before their morning skate. He’s still out with concussion-like symptoms.
Daley out this weekend
Ted Kulfan: Detroit Red Wings coach Jeff Blashill said that defenseman Trevor Daley is out today and likely tomorrow. He is listed as day-to-day.
Kovalchuk has an ankle injury
Patrick O’Neal: Los Angeles Kings coach Willie Desjardins said that Ilya Kovalchuk missed last night’s game with an ankle injury.
Neuvirth to return
John Boruk: Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Michal Neuvirth has been cleared to return and will be their backup today.
Sullivan won’t share Murray and Cullen timetable
Wes Crosby: Pittsburgh Penguins coach Mike Sullivan said there is a timeframe for both Matt Murray and Matt Cullen but he wouldn’t share that timeframe.
Pens Inside Scoop: Penguins coach Sullivan on Patric Hornqvist: “I thought he had a good practice. Second half was full contact, full participation. We’ll see how he responds.”
Meier out today
Kevin Kurz: San Jose Sharks forward Timo Meier didn’t skate yesterday and won’t play today.
Steen and Pietrangelo leave early
AJ Haefele: St. Louis Blues forward Alex Steen left last night’s game early with an upper-body injury.
St. Louis Blues: Blues defenseman Alex Pietrangelo left last night’s game early and will be evaluated today.
Byfuglien not traveling with the team
Mike McIntyre: Winnipeg Jets defenseman Dustin Byfuglien won’t travel with the team as he deals with his concussion.
Defenseman Joe Morrow will be questionable for today. If he’s not able to go the Jets will likely recall someone.
