On the Arizona Coyotes …
Dave Vest: Coyotes defenseman Jakob Chychrun missed last night’s game with an illness.
On the Chicago Blackhawks …
Mark Lazerus: Scotty Bowman said on Wednesday that he was ‘guessing’ and didn’t any inside information on Corey Crawford when he said: “I think he got a concussion.” … “I have no confirmation that it is.”
On the Edmonton Oilers …
Jim Matheson: The Oilers put forward Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on the IR and recalled Iiro Pakarinen. RNH has minor issues, not a shoulder or a concussion.
Jim Matheson: RHN has a bruised sternum, something that isn’t expected to be a serious problem.
On the Los Angeles Kings …
John Hoven: The Kings have activated defenseman Jake Muzzin from the IR.
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Jon Rosen: Forward Jeff Carter was on the ice skating yesterday for the second day in a row.
On the Los Angeles Kings and Pittsburgh Penguins …
Pens Inside Scoop: Defenseman Justin Schultz left the game after Dustin Brown‘s hit, but was in the dressing room after the game. Coach Mike Sullivan: “We’re really thrilled that it seems like Schultzy is going to be okay.” … “He’s an important guy for us in so many ways. Hopefully, he’s going to be OK.”
On the Nashville Predators …
Brooks Bratten: Forward Ryan Johansen returned to the lineup last night.
On the Vancouver Canucks …
Vancouver Canucks: Forward Bo Horvat has been medically cleared to travel and practice with the team. He could return to the lineup soon.