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Tuesday, December 23, 2025

Ullmark Starts vs. Buffalo, Named NHL Second Star After Four-Game Win Streak

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Linus Ullmark is confirmed to start in goal for the Ottawa Senators at home against Buffalo on Tuesday, marking his second straight game against a former team. He was named the NHL’s Second Star of the Week on Monday, riding a four-game winning streak. During this impressive run, he has posted a 1.74 GAA, one shutout, and a .928 save percentage. Ullmark is expected to continue receiving the majority of starts over Leevi Merilainen.

Ersson Starts vs. Blackhawks, Seeks to End Four-Game Skid

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Philadelphia Flyers goaltender Samuel Ersson is slated to start on the road against the Chicago Blackhawks on Tuesday. Ersson will be looking to break a four-game skid, having posted an 0-2-2 record with 14 goals allowed on 103 shots during that span. Despite Chicago's offense being significantly weakened by the absence of Connor Bedard and Frank Nazar (both upper body), Ersson's recent performance has been a concern for fantasy purposes.

Capitals' Tom Wilson Sidelined by Illness for Rangers Game

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Washington Capitals forward Tom Wilson will not play Tuesday against the Rangers due to an illness. Wilson was initially listed as a game-time decision but has been officially ruled out. His absence means Sonny Milano is expected to remain in the lineup. Additionally, the Capitals will see Ryan Leonard return from injured reserve, providing a boost to the team's roster.

Woll Defends Crease Tuesday vs. Pittsburgh After 29-Save Loss

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Joseph Woll is confirmed to start in net for the Toronto Maple Leafs against Pittsburgh on Tuesday. This follows his last outing where he stopped 29 of 32 shots in a 5-3 loss to Nashville on Saturday, with two goals being empty-netters. For the season, Woll holds a 5-4-1 record with a 2.46 GAA and a .921 save percentage through 10 appearances. Pittsburgh ranks 15th in the league with 3.03 goals per game.

Eichel (Lower Body) Out Tuesday, Misses Fourth Straight Game

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Jack Eichel (lower body) remains day-to-day and has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against San Jose, marking his fourth consecutive missed game. The Vegas Golden Knights forward will have additional time to recover before the team hosts Colorado on Saturday. Through 31 appearances this season, Eichel has recorded 12 goals, 41 points, and 117 shots on net.

Carter Hart to Start for Golden Knights vs. San Jose

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Hart was the first goalie off the ice Tuesday, indicating he'll start at home against San Jose. Since his suspension was lifted, he's posted a 3-1-2 record with a 2.56 GAA in six appearances for the Knights. While he's handled the bulk of the workload with six starts in nine outings, he may not be a true No. 1 once Adin Hill (lower body) returns.

Stuart Skinner to Start for Penguins Amidst Struggles

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Skinner will tend the net for Tuesday's road game against Toronto. Since joining the Penguins, he has underperformed, holding an 0-2-0 record with a 4.25 GAA and .810 save percentage in his two outings. If his struggles persist, the team may consider calling up Sergei Murashov from the minors to compete for a roster spot alongside Skinner and Arturs Silovs.

Yaroslav Askarov Confirmed to Start for Sharks Against Vegas

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Askarov is expected to defend the road net against Vegas on Tuesday after being the first goalie off the ice at morning skate. He has allowed three goals or more in each of his last six appearances, posting a 3-3-0 record over that span. This season, he holds a 12-9-1 record with a 3.22 GAA and a .900 save percentage through 22 outings. Vegas ranks 18th in the league with 3.00 goals per game.

Shea Theodore Placed on IR with Upper Body Injury; Week-to-Week

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Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore (upper body) has been placed on injured reserve, making him week-to-week and set to miss his fourth consecutive game. While an exact recovery timeline is unclear, he could potentially return before the end of January. The team recalled Dylan Coghlan in a corresponding move. Theodore has recorded four goals, 20 points, 74 shots, and 48 blocked shots in 31 appearances this season.

Dustin Wolf to Start Against Oilers, Boasts 5-1-0 Record in Last Six

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Calgary Flames goaltender Dustin Wolf is confirmed to start on the road against the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday. Wolf has been in strong form recently, posting a 5-1-0 record with a 2.17 GAA, one shutout, and a .916 save percentage over his last six outings. Despite a potentially slower start to the 2025-26 season compared to his 29 wins last year, Wolf is expected to maintain his role as Calgary's No. 1 workhorse.

Spencer Knight to Start vs. Flyers Amidst Three-Game Losing Skid

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Chicago Blackhawks goaltender Spencer Knight will protect the home net against the Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday. Knight enters the game having lost his last three outings, surrendering nine goals on 87 shots during that span. For the season, he holds a 10-9-5 record with two shutouts, a 2.57 GAA, and a .914 save percentage across 24 appearances. The Flyers are tied for 19th in the league with 2.94 goals per game this 2025-26 campaign.

Igor Shesterkin Makes 30th Start of Season Against Washington, Leads NHL

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Igor Shesterkin will be the starting goaltender for the New York Rangers on the road against Washington on Tuesday. This marks his 30th start of the season, making him the NHL leader in appearances. In his previous 29 outings, the 29-year-old netminder has posted a 15-11-3 record with a .908 save percentage and one shutout. He is on pace to reach the 60-game mark for the second consecutive year.

Casey DeSmith Starts in Detroit, Riding Three-Game Winning Streak for Stars

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Casey DeSmith is confirmed to start in goal for the Dallas Stars on the road against the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday. He enters the game on a three-game winning streak, having stopped 79 of 86 shots during that span. For the season, DeSmith holds an impressive 9-1-3 record with one shutout, a 2.20 GAA, and a .920 save percentage across 13 appearances. Detroit's offense is ranked 13th in the league, averaging 3.08 goals per game.

Sergei Bobrovsky Starts Against Carolina Amidst Five-Game Win Streak

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Sergei Bobrovsky will start in goal for the Florida Panthers on the road against Carolina on Tuesday. He is currently on a five-game winning streak, during which he has posted a 2.74 GAA and a .895 save percentage. Despite sharing starts recently, with Daniil Tarasov also playing, Bobrovsky remains the Panthers' primary goaltender and is expected to be among the league leaders in games played by season's end.

Alex Lyon to Start for Sabres, Extends Undefeated Streak to Five Games

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Alex Lyon is confirmed to start in goal for the Buffalo Sabres on the road against the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. The 33-year-old netminder is currently undefeated in his last five outings, boasting a 2.31 GAA and a .922 save percentage during that impressive run. Due to his strong performance, head coach Lindy Ruff appears to be favoring Lyon over Ukka-Pekka Luukkonen, riding the hot hand in the crease.

Filip Gustavsson Starts vs. Predators, Riding Five-Game Win Streak

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Filip Gustavsson is set to start in goal for the Minnesota Wild at home against the Nashville Predators on Tuesday. He enters the game on an impressive five-game winning streak, during which he has recorded a 1.40 GAA, one shutout, and a .945 save percentage. While the 27-year-old goaltender has generally handled the majority of the workload, recent strong performances from Jesper Wallstedt have led to Gustavsson ceding a few starts lately.

Swayman Starts Sixth Straight Game Against Canadiens

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Jeremy Swayman will make his sixth straight appearance in net for the Bruins at home versus the Canadiens on Tuesday. He has a 1-2-1 record with a 3.27 GAA in his last five outings. This season, the 27-year-old netminder holds a 14-9-1 record with a .906 save percentage through 25 games. He is projected to reach 20 wins for the fifth consecutive year and potentially 30 wins for the first time in his career.

Montembeault Training in Brossard Amidst Recall Delay

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Montreal Canadiens goaltender Samuel Montembeault, initially expected to be recalled from Laval Rocket, is now training in Brossard with goalie coach Mario Marciano. Coach Martin St-Louis stated the change was for Montembeault's benefit, allowing him to work on his game. Jacob Fowler will start Tuesday against Boston. The team faces a decision regarding carrying three goalies, especially with two rookies, as Montembeault works to regain form.

Thompson to Start Against Rangers Despite Recent Struggles

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Logan Thompson was the first goalie off the ice Tuesday, signaling he will start at home against the Rangers. Despite his recent struggles, going 2-2-2 in his last six outings, he has maintained a 2.28 GAA and recorded two shutouts during that span. The 28-year-old backstop continues to handle the majority of the workload for the Capitals and is expected to retain the No. 1 job into 2026.

Andersen Gets Starting Nod vs. Panthers; First Start Since Dec. 4

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Frederik Andersen is slated to start in goal for the Carolina Hurricanes at home against the Panthers on Tuesday, as reported by Chip Alexander. This will be Andersen's first appearance in the crease since December 4 against Toronto. The Hurricanes have been splitting their last nine starts between Brandon Bussi and Pyotr Kochetkov. The team is expected to make a decision regarding their three netminders soon, with Andersen potentially being the odd man out in the rotation.