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Tuesday

Cale Makar to Miss Tuesday's Game as Wife Tracy Nears Childbirth

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Colorado Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar will miss Tuesday's game against Dallas as his wife, Tracy, goes into labor. The 27-year-old superstar has recorded three goals and four assists for seven points through five games. In his absence, the Avalanche will dress 11 forwards and seven defensemen. Makar recently signed an eight-year, $163.2 million contract extension beginning in 2027-28, making him the NHL's highest-paid player. The team has not announced when he will return.

Sidney Crosby and Penguins Face Bedard in Season Debut

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Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby is set to face Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday night as Bedard makes his highly anticipated season debut. The matchup marks a significant event as the young Blackhawks star returns to action against one of the league's veterans.

Anthony Stolarz Starting in Goal for Maple Leafs Tuesday

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Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz will be in the road net against Utah on Tuesday. Stolarz has been solid this season, winning his previous two starts and stopping 47 of 52 shots faced. He will face a Utah team that has scored 22 goals in six games to begin the 2026-27 campaign, holding a 4-2-0 record.

Justin Kirkland Recalled by Wild to Replace Injured Sturm

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The Minnesota Wild have recalled forward Justin Kirkland, 29, from the Iowa Wild to fill the roster spot left by the injured Nico Sturm. Kirkland has registered two assists in four AHL games with Iowa this season. Last year, he appeared in 20 NHL games with the Calgary Flames, recording one goal and one assist. He will now be an option for coach John Hynes alongside Tyler Pitlick.

Nico Sturm Placed on Injured Reserve After Scary Head Injury

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Minnesota Wild forward Nico Sturm has been placed on injured reserve after suffering a scary head injury in Monday's game against the Vegas Golden Knights. Sturm, 31, was hit in the head by a puck and was subsequently taken to a local hospital by ambulance. Reports indicate he was stable and drinking water. He will not travel with the team for Tuesday's game in Winnipeg. The incident drew comparisons to Brock Faber's skull fracture earlier in the season.

Josh Morrissey Remains Shelved Due to Wrist Injury Tuesday

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Winnipeg Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey is considered day-to-day with a wrist injury and will miss Tuesday's home clash against the Wild. Morrissey will sit out his second consecutive game after getting hurt in Wednesday's matchup against the Avalanche. The 31-year-old blueliner was a key offensive catalyst early on, recording three assists, 12 shots on net, and five blocked shots in four appearances. His next chance to return is Thursday against Chicago.

Casey DeSmith Slated to Defend Crease Wednesday in Colorado

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Dallas Stars goaltender Casey DeSmith will get the second half of a back-to-back set, guarding the road goal against Colorado on Wednesday. DeSmith makes his second start of the 2026-27 campaign after stopping 24 shots in a 2-1 loss to Nashville on October 3. The 35-year-old backup takes over after Jake Oettinger starts Tuesday's home match against an Avalanche squad that has amassed 26 goals through its first five games of the season.

Jordan Staal Sidelined 1-2 Months With Torn Calf Muscle

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Carolina Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal will miss 1-2 months after sustaining a torn calf muscle. Staal went pointless through the first six games of the season before missing recent action. The 38-year-old center remains a key piece of the roster and figures to retake his third-line role once cleared. In the interim, Mark Jankowski is expected to shoulder a bigger role, including with the No. 2 power-play unit as the team navigates the absence of its playoff MVP.

Cooper Black Recalled by Florida Panthers From AHL Charlotte

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The Florida Panthers recalled goaltender Cooper Black from the AHL's Charlotte Checkers ahead of their matchup with the Blue Jackets. Black is expected to back up Akira Schmid following Jacob Markstrom's recent exit due to lower-body tightness. Black has posted a .906 save percentage in two games for Charlotte this season. The 25-year-old netminder signed a two-year, two-way deal in the off-season and has yet to make his NHL regular-season debut.

Jacob Markstrom Exits Loss Due to Lower-Body Tightness

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Florida Panthers goaltender Jacob Markstrom was pulled from a 5-3 loss to Buffalo in the first period due to lower-body tightness. Coach Paul Maurice stated there is no serious injury and it is standard stuff, though Markstrom will be evaluated. He stopped nine of 11 shots before exiting and carries a .904 save percentage and 2.03 GAA through five starts. Akira Schmid replaced him, and the Panthers recalled Cooper Black from the AHL to help manage the crease.

Jake Oettinger Set to Guard Crease Tuesday Versus Avalanche

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Dallas Stars netminder Jake Oettinger will guard the home crease in Tuesday's clash against the high-powered Colorado Avalanche. Oettinger has been excellent over his last three contests, allowing just one goal in that span. Overall, the 27-year-old holds a 2-1-1 record, a 0.74 GAA, and a .963 save percentage across four outings. He aims to extend his undefeated-in-regulation streak against an Avalanche offense leading the league with 5.20 goals per game.

Joel Hofer Slated to Start in Goal Against Ottawa Senators

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St. Louis Blues goaltender Joel Hofer is slated to patrol the crease on the road versus Ottawa on Tuesday. Hofer opened the season with a 25-save shutout before dropping his last two outings, allowing five goals on 46 shots for an .891 save percentage. He continues to serve as the No. 1 option for the Blues, though he will need to stave off any ongoing challenges from teammate Jordan Binnington as he looks to rebound against the Senators.

Akira Schmid Faces Blue Jackets in Road Start

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Akira Schmid will defend the road crease in Tuesday's clash against the Blue Jackets. Schmid was called upon in relief during Monday's contest after Jacob Markstrom exited the contest due to tightness. Overall, the 26-year-old Schmid has an 0-1-1 record, a 4.16 GAA and an .868 save percentage across two appearances. While Markstrom avoided an injury, Cooper Black was recalled from AHL Charlotte on Tuesday in case the former can't back up Schmid. The Blue Jackets offense has been steady to open the 2026-27 season with 3.00 goals per game, making Schmid a risky fantasy option, especially after playing in Monday's contest.

Dan Vladar to Guard Home Crease for Flyers vs. Kraken

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Dan Vladar will draw the home start in Tuesday's clash against the Kraken. Vladar is looking to get back on track after a shaky start to the 2026-27 season, where he has an 0-3-0 record, a 5.08 GAA and an .857 save percentage across three appearances. While he was lights out in the 2025-26 season, a different story seems to be starting in the early stages of the new season if he can't quickly turn things around. Joseph Woll has already taken a chunk of the opportunities between the pipes for Philadelphia during Vladar's struggles, but he still holds a relatively high ceiling if he can quickly shake off the slow start. However, he'll have his work cut out for him Tuesday, as Seattle ranks third in the NHL with 4.33 goals per game to open the new season, making Vladar an untrustworthy option in fantasy Tuesday.

Carter Hart Faces Early Season Goalie Test for Golden Knights

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Carter Hart and Adin Hill are sharing goaltending duties for the Vegas Golden Knights, facing early season challenges. Hart allowed three goals in the first period of a recent 4-2 loss to Minnesota, finishing with 24 saves. This followed a strong performance against Los Angeles where he made 26 saves in a 2-1 overtime win. Despite early deficits, the team trusts both goalies to recover, a trait demonstrated by Hill's comeback against Toronto. The tandem's combined five wins are crucial for Vegas' early success. Hart gave up three goals in just over five minutes during Monday’s 4-2 loss to the Minnesota Wild. Matt Boldy, Maxim Shabanov and Danila Yurov all scored in the first period, putting Vegas in an early hole. Hart settled down after that, stopping the rest of the shots he faced. Vegas also made a push late in the game, with goals from Rasmus Andersson and William Karlsson cutting Minnesota’s lead to 3-2. However, Joel Eriksson Ek’s empty-net goal ended any hopes of a comeback. Hart finished with 24 saves on 27 shots, dropping to 3-2-0 in five starts this season. Adin Hill could get the chance to take over Tuesday against the Nashville Predators.

Cam Talbot Set To Start Tuesday For Red Wings

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Cam Talbot is scheduled to start in net for the Detroit Red Wings at home against the Florida Panthers on Tuesday. Talbot made his only appearance of the season on Friday, stopping 20 of 22 shots in a win over the Penguins. He is currently the second option behind Jet Greaves and would need to outperform him significantly to take over the starting role.

Jacob Fowler To Start Against Sabres Tuesday

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Jacob Fowler will start in goal for the Montreal Canadiens on Tuesday against the Buffalo Sabres. Fowler is coming off a 30-save shutout victory over the Red Wings. He holds a 1-1-0 record with a 1.45 GAA and .938 save percentage in two appearances this season. With Sam Montembeault injured, Fowler is expected to see significant playing time and is a solid fantasy option against a struggling Sabres offense.

Jakub Dobes To Start In Net Wednesday

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Jakub Dobes will start in goal for the Montreal Canadiens on Wednesday against the Washington Capitals. This marks the second night of a back-to-back for the team, with Jacob Fowler starting Tuesday. Dobes has a 1-1-1 record this season with a 4.43 goals-against average and an .856 save percentage through three games. He is expected to continue as the primary goaltender, but his performance may influence Fowler's playing time.

Mike Matheson Out With Lower Body Injury

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Mike Matheson has been ruled out against the Sabres due to a lower-body injury. The defenseman has struggled offensively this season with no goals and one assist in five games, despite averaging over 24 minutes of ice time. His absence means Owen Beck will enter the lineup. Matheson may also miss Wednesday's game against the Capitals due to the team's back-to-back schedule.

Jake Allen Tends the Twine for Devils on Tuesday Road Tilt

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Jake Allen is set to start in net for the New Jersey Devils' road game against the Red Wings. He comes into this contest well-rested after Nico Daws played the previous night. Allen has a 2-1-0 record, 2.65 GAA, and .896 save percentage in his three starts this season. At 36, he is on pace to potentially exceed 40 games played for the first time since the 2022-23 season.