Tag: Jack Eichel

Eastern Conference Injuries: Lightning, Devils, Bruins, Pens and More

On the Tampa Bay Lightning ... Tampa Bay Lightning: Lightning GM Steve Yzerman release the below statement with regards to Steven Stamkos' injury. "Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos suffered a lateral meniscus tear in his right knee during the…

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NHL Injuries: Hurricanes, Avs, Wings, Coyotes, Flyers, Stars and Sabres

On the Carolina Hurricanes ... Terrell Williams of NHL.com: Forward Bryan Bickell was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. "First and foremost, the most important thing is for Bryan to take care of himself and our thoughts are with him and his…

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NHL Injuries: Stars, Canes, Flames, Sabres, Canucks, Wings and more

On the Dallas Stars ... Mike Heika: Patrick Sharp practiced today with teammates for the first time since suffering a concussion. He is not expected to play, but it is a good sign he's able to practice. Mark Stepneski: Coach Lindy…

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NHL Injuries: Hawks, Sabres, Wild, Canes, Lightning, Flames, Sens and Oilers

On the Chicago Blackhawks ... Brian Hedger: Forward Artem Anisimov is day-to-day with an upper-body injury. Coach Joel Quenneville wouldn't say why he was pulled from the game. Mark Lazerus: Quenneville on Anisimov's injury: "We don’t like talking about injuries. Not…

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Morning Hits: Lindholm, Yakupov and Injury Updates

On the Anaheim Ducks ... Eric Stephens: Defenseman Hampus Lindholm said that he'd be okay to play, but it's up to the coaches. On the Florida Panthers and NY Rangers ... Harvey Fialkov: Dylan McIlrath will practice with Panthers today.…

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NHL Injuries: Bruins, Sabres, Lightning, Pens, Ducks, Kings and more

On the Boston Bruins ... Boston Bruins: Forward David Backes didn't travel with the team and will be evaluated after the weekend. He could join the team at some point on their road trip. Amalie Benjamin: Tuukka Rask is traveling with the…

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NHL Injuries: Pens, Stars, Bruins, Sabres, Blues and More

On the Pittsburgh Penguins ... Wes Crosby of NHL.com: Sidney Crosby returned to full-contract practice yesterday and could return tonight against the Panthers. Crosby's been out since October 7th. "I feel good," Crosby said. "It's good to have some days like…

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Pucks In Depth: Penguins Re-Sign Murray … Trouble in Buffalo?

On the Pittsburgh Penguins and Matt Murray ... A year ago Pittsburgh Penguins goaltender Matt Murray was just beginning his 2nd full season as a pro with Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. Fast forward 12 months and the 22-year-old is a Stanley Cup winner with 33…

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NHL Injuries: Kings, Habs, Hawks, Blues, Sabres and more

On the Los Angeles Kings ... Daren Millard: Jonathan Quick has a bad groin injury, with surgery a possibility. The Kings could be looking at Quick being out for three to four month. On the Montreal Canadiens ... Renaud Lavoie: Have been…

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NHL Injuries: Kings, Pens, Panthers, Jets, Oilers, Sabres and Canadiens

On the Los Angeles Kings ... Elliott Teaford of the OC Register: The Kings put Jonathan Quick on the IR yesterday with an unspecified lower-body injury. A team spokesperson said that he'll be week-to-week. Peter Budaj was recalled to backup…

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NHL Injuries: Crosby, Bergeron and Eichel

On Sidney Crosby ... Pens Inside Scoop: Head coach Mike Sullivan on Sidney Crosby: "We'll take each day as it comes. We’re encouraged by the progress he's made to this point and we’ll go from there" Wes Crosby: Sullivan added that Crosby will…

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NHL Rumors: Jimmy Vesey Update – Part 82

On Jimmy Vesey ... Ryan Rishaug: Jimmy Vesey's camp was having some last minute contract talks with the Buffalo Sabres. He's still likely to go to free agency, but the Sabres are still in the mix. Mike Harrington of the…

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