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The Detroit Red Wings have assigned forward Sheldon Dries to the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins. Dries had been called up to serve as the 13th forward but has yet to appear in an NHL game for the Red Wings this season. The 28-year-old, who signed a two-year, two-way contract in July 2024, has contributed significantly to the Griffins' success, tallying 11 goals and 14 assists in 26 AHL games this season.
Seattle Kraken rookie Berkly Catton has ignited his offensive production, scoring four goals in his last four games, including his first two career NHL goals in his 28th appearance. The 20-year-old winger now has four goals and nine points in 31 games, primarily playing on the third line with an average of 12:58 ice time. While his strength remains a work in progress, Catton's speed, skating, and creativity are evident, signaling a potential breakthrough. He has also accrued a season towards UFA status.
Goaltender James Reimer is poised to make his debut for the Ottawa Senators on Wednesday against the Rangers, following his signing of a one-year, $850,000 contract on Monday. With Hunter Shepard reassigned to the AHL and Leevi Merilainen having played Tuesday, Reimer is a strong candidate to start. This would mark his eighth NHL jersey. The 37-year-old recently played for Team Canada at the Spengler Cup and previously had stints with Toronto, San Jose, Florida, Carolina, Detroit, Buffalo, and Anaheim.
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk has been placed on injured reserve Wednesday, retroactive to January 13, due to an undisclosed injury. Head coach Scott Arniel previously labeled Pionk as week-to-week. While he had missed a game due to a foot injury, it's unclear if this new designation is related. Pionk has been struggling offensively, enduring a 12-game goal drought since December 15th with only two assists. This significant time off could jeopardize his chances of reaching the 30-point mark for the first time since the 2018-19 season, and his return before the Olympic break in February is uncertain.
Los Angeles Kings right winger Corey Perry is out indefinitely, returning home to tend to a family matter for the second time this month. He will miss Wednesday's game against the Vegas Golden Knights, with the Kings opting to play with 11 forwards and seven defensemen. Perry has been a key contributor this season, tallying 10 goals and 23 points in 37 games, including eight points in his last seven appearances. His return timeline remains unclear.
Defenseman Jacob Moverare will be in the lineup for the Los Angeles Kings against the Vegas Golden Knights on Wednesday. The Kings will dress 11 forwards and seven defensemen as veteran forward Corey Perry is out indefinitely, having returned home to tend to a family matter for the second time this month.
Colorado Avalanche goalie Mackenzie Blackwood (lower body) has been activated off injured reserve and is expected to rejoin the team for Friday's game against Nashville, participating fully in Thursday's practice. He missed six games, during which the Avalanche went 3-2-1. Prior to his injury, Blackwood was having an elite season, boasting a 13-1-1 record, a 2.07 GAA (which led the NHL at the time), and a .924 save percentage through 16 appearances. Trent Miner was reassigned to AHL Colorado.
Darcy Kuemper is expected to start in net for the Kings at home against Vegas, having been the first goalie off the ice Wednesday. This comes despite a recent slump where he's gone 0-2-1 with a 4.08 GAA and .820 save percentage in his last three outings. Since returning from an upper-body issue, Kuemper has allowed four or more goals in four of his six appearances. The Kings may need to give Anton Forsberg more work if Kuemper's struggles persist, impacting their playoff hopes.
St. Louis Blues winger Jimmy Snuggerud scored his seventh goal of the season, a power-play snipe, in the team's 3-0 shutout victory over the Carolina Hurricanes. The goal, a top-corner shot, showcased the offensive talent the Blues envisioned when drafting him 23rd overall in 2022. Snuggerud missed 12 games due to a left wrist injury but has since returned ahead of schedule, recording two goals and four points in nine games. He is currently on pace for 14 goals and 30 points in 70 games.
St. Louis Blues center Dalibor Dvorsky scored his seventh goal of the season, an even-strength tally, in the team's 3-0 shutout victory over the Carolina Hurricanes. Dvorsky has solidified his spot in the NHL, assuming a centerman's role, and coach Jim Montgomery lauded his "best 200-foot game" for his defensive play and battle wins. The rookie is on pace for 14 goals and 20 points in 72 games, though the coaching staff encourages him to shoot more, having registered 48 shots in 37 games.
Tom Wilson (lower body) may be available to return Thursday against the San Jose Sharks. Wilson has missed Washington's last five games due to the injury. In 41 games this season, he has 22 goals, 42 points, 59 penalty minutes, and 110 hits. His potential return could impact Brett Leason's lineup spot.
Connor Bedard (illness) returned to practice on Wednesday. He missed Monday's game against the Oilers due to the illness but appears to have recovered. Bedard has played two games since returning from a 12-game absence for a shoulder injury, recording two assists, seven shots, and a plus-1 rating while averaging 19:00 of ice time. He is expected to play Thursday against the Flames.
Joel Hofer turned aside all 33 shots in Tuesday's 3-0 win over Carolina, securing his fourth shutout of the season. This performance ties him with Ilya Sorokin and Jesper Wallstedt for the league lead and marks his second in the last seven starts. Hofer is solidifying his role as the St. Louis Blues' top goalie, boasting a 5-2-0 record, 2.02 GAA, and .930 save percentage over that seven-game stretch, showcasing strong form in the crease.
Jeremy Swayman made 24 saves in Tuesday's 3-0 victory over Detroit, recording his first shutout of the season for the Boston Bruins. The 27-year-old netminder has hit a strong stride since Christmas, allowing two goals or fewer in five of his last six starts. Over that recent stretch, Swayman holds a 4-1-1 record with a 2.31 GAA and a .917 save percentage, demonstrating a significant improvement in his performance.
Rasmus Sandin notched three assists in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime win against Montreal, snapping a six-game point drought. The 25-year-old blueliner was instrumental in the Washington Capitals' comeback, setting up two Ethen Frank goals to tie the game and assisting Connor McMichael's overtime winner. With Jakob Chychrun (illness) unavailable, Sandin logged a season-high 24:36 TOI. He now has two goals and 16 points in 41 contests this season.
Ethen Frank scored two goals in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime win against the Canadiens, marking his third two-goal performance of the season. The 27-year-old winger has now found the back of the net in three straight games for the Washington Capitals. Frank's role appears to be growing, as evidenced by his season-high 18:08 TOI and 4:44 power-play TOI in the game. He currently has 10 goals and 18 points in 36 contests this season.
Jacob Markstrom is slated to start Wednesday's home matchup against the Seattle Kraken, marking his first consecutive starts since early December. This decision follows a strong 5-2 win over the Wild on Monday and Jake Allen's three-game losing streak. Despite recent struggles, including allowing nine goals on Jan. 6, Markstrom has secured three wins in his last six appearances. The 35-year-old New Jersey Devils netminder holds an 11-10-1 record with a 3.41 GAA and .879 save percentage across 23 games this season. Facing the red-hot Kraken (7-1-2 in last 10), his fantasy outlook is risky.
New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick is slated to start Wednesday's game at home against the Senators. Quick has been struggling, currently mired in a 10-game losing streak with a 0-8-2 record and a 3.46 GAA. Despite his recent performance, he continues to be heavily utilized by the Rangers due to Igor Shesterkin's absence with a lower-body injury. The team faces a back-to-back against the Ducks and Kings, which could potentially see Spencer Martin make his first NHL start of the 2025-26 campaign.
Montreal Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault delivered a stellar performance, making 17 saves through 40 minutes and playing flawlessly against the Washington Capitals. Despite facing 16 shots in the third period and 10 in overtime, where he stood tall even with Nick Suzuki in the box, Montembeault's efforts weren't enough to secure a win as the Canadiens ultimately fell 3-2 in overtime. He allowed two deflected goals in the third, but his puck tracking and rebound control were praised.
Jack McBain delivered a stellar performance in Tuesday's 6-1 win over the Maple Leafs, collecting three points with a goal and two assists. He also recorded seven shots, two PIM, three hits, and a plus-4 rating. This marked his first multi-point effort since Dec. 3. McBain set up both of Dylan Guenther's goals before scoring his own. For the season, the 26-year-old has six goals, 68 shots, 159 hits, 33 blocked shots, 45 PIM, and an even plus-minus through 47 games. His line with Guenther and Michael Carcone shows potential for the Mammoth.
