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Saturday, November 22, 2025

Chabot Aggravates Upper-Body Injury; Monday's Availability in Question

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Thomas Chabot (Ottawa Senators) appeared to aggravate his upper-body injury during Saturday's game against the Sharks, tweaking something late in the third period and not taking another shift. Despite this, Chabot spoke to the media post-game, stating he 'felt great' upon his return to the lineup, which suggests the issue may not be serious. Fantasy managers should monitor his availability closely for Monday's game versus the Kings.

Tarasov Slated to Start Monday vs. Predators After Strong Relief Outing

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Daniil Tarasov (Florida Panthers) is slated to start Monday's road game against the Predators. Head coach Paul Maurice indicated Tarasov's relief appearance Saturday versus the Oilers, where he saved all 12 shots faced, served as a warmup for this pre-scheduled start. Tarasov's season record stands at 1-3-1, having allowed 13 goals on 144 shots for a .910 save percentage.

Point Leaves Capitals Game with Undisclosed Injury; Coach Cooper Has No Update

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Brayden Point (Tampa Bay Lightning) exited Saturday's game against the Capitals with an undisclosed injury, with head coach Jon Cooper offering no immediate update on his status. Point attempted to play through the injury, sustained late in the second period, but was done after taking just one shift in the third. This incident, coupled with Nikita Kucherov's injury in the same contest, could leave the Lightning's offense short-staffed for Monday's home game versus the Flyers.

Ekblad's Absence Clarified as Illness; Expected to Play Monday vs. Nashville

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Aaron Ekblad (Florida Panthers) missed Saturday's game against the Oilers due to an illness, clarifying that his absence was not from a previously reported upper-body injury. Ekblad is expected to be fine for Monday's game in Nashville, though his status should be confirmed prior to the contest. The 29-year-old defenseman had not missed a game this season before Saturday, recording five points and a minus-5 rating over 20 appearances.

Patrick Kane Ties Brendan Shanahan with 1,354 Career Points for Red Wings

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Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane recorded two assists in a 4-3 overtime comeback victory against the Columbus Blue Jackets, bringing his career NHL point total to 1,354. This achievement ties him with former Red Wing Brendan Shanahan and places him tied for 29th on the NHL's all-time scoring list. Kane is playing in his second full season with the Red Wings, and third overall, since joining the club as an unrestricted free agent in December 2023.

Lightning's Kucherov Suffers Undisclosed Injury, Out vs. Capitals

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Nikita Kucherov of the Tampa Bay Lightning exited Saturday's game against the Capitals early in the second period after sustaining an undisclosed injury from a hit and did not return. His potential absence is significant for the team. An update on Kucherov's status is expected before Monday's game versus the Flyers. Should he miss time, Jack Finley is a candidate to enter the lineup, with Nick Paul or Oliver Bjorkstrand potentially seeing increased ice time, as reported by Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times.

Karel Vejmelka Starts Saturday vs. Rangers, Seeks to End Losing Skid

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Karel Vejmelka is set to start in goal for the Utah Mammoth at home Saturday against the Rangers. He aims to snap a three-game losing streak, having gone 1-2-2 with a 3.56 GAA and an .852 save percentage over his last five starts. The Rangers present a relatively favorable matchup, ranking 30th in the league with 2.50 goals per game and currently on a three-game losing streak, though they hold a strong 9-3-1 road record this season.

Saros Faces Brutal Avalanche Test After Allowing 16 Goals in 5 Games

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Juuse Saros is set to guard the home goal for the Nashville Predators against the Colorado Avalanche on Saturday. This presents a brutally tough assignment for Saros, as the Avalanche are the NHL's top team, currently on a seven-game winning streak during which they've scored 37 goals. Saros himself has struggled recently, posting a 1-3-1 record, allowing 16 goals, and recording a 3.39 GAA with an .856 save percentage over his last five games. Fantasy managers are advised to avoid this matchup due to the high risk.

Evgeni Malkin Scores Sixth Power Play Goal as Penguins Fall in OT

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Evgeni Malkin scored his sixth goal of the season on the power play, burying loose change at the net front to give the Pittsburgh Penguins a 2-1 lead in the third period against the Seattle Kraken. His crucial tally came after a disappointing effort the previous night. Despite Malkin's effort, the Penguins could not hold on to their lead and ultimately lost the game in overtime, falling out of playoff contention.

Avalanche's Gavin Brindley Out Week-to-Week with Lower-Body Injury

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Colorado Avalanche phenom Gavin Brindley has been ruled out week-to-week with a lower-body injury and will be re-evaluated in the coming weeks. He left Thursday's 6-3 victory over the New York Rangers in the first period after an awkward board collision, attempting a brief return before retreating. This is Brindley's second significant setback this season, having previously missed time due to a concussion on October 31. The 21-year-old has recorded seven points (four goals, three assists) in 18 games this season, prompting the recall of Jason Polin from the AHL.

Linus Ullmark Gets Nod to Start Saturday Against Sharks

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Ottawa Senators goaltender Linus Ullmark is confirmed to start Saturday's game in San Jose. The 32-year-old netminder recently secured a win Thursday in Anaheim, bouncing back from consecutive losses. In six outings during November, Ullmark holds a record of 2-1-3 with a 2.43 goals-against average and a .900 save percentage. He will face a Sharks team that has won their last two games.

Brayden Schenn's Early Goal Helps Blues End Four-Game Skid Against Islanders

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Brayden Schenn scored just 42 seconds into the game, burying a pass from Pavel Buchnevich to give the St. Louis Blues an early lead. His crucial goal contributed to a 2-1 victory over the New York Islanders, which successfully snapped the Blues' four-game losing streak. This quick strike set the tone for St. Louis, who had previously lost three games in either overtime or a shootout, marking a significant turnaround.

Pius Suter Scores as Blues Snap Losing Streak with 2-1 Win Over Islanders

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Pius Suter scored a pivotal goal for the St. Louis Blues, extending their lead to 2-0 with a rebound tally at 2:09 remaining in the second period. His contribution was crucial in helping the Blues secure a 2-1 victory over the New York Islanders, effectively snapping their four-game losing streak. This win came in the opening game of the Islanders' seven-game homestand, marking a significant turnaround for St. Louis.

Alex DeBrincat's Overtime Winner Caps Red Wings' 4-3 Comeback Victory

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Alex DeBrincat scored his seventh goal of the season in overtime, roofing a shot past goaltender Jet Greaves to secure a 4-3 comeback victory for the Detroit Red Wings over the Columbus Blue Jackets. DeBrincat's goal capped a two-goal third-period rally after the Red Wings trailed 3-1. Coach Todd McLellan praised DeBrincat's clutch performance, stating he's one of the few players he'd want with the puck in that situation, highlighting his proven scoring talent, having twice scored 40 goals.

Hedman Placed on LTIR with Undisclosed Injury; Return Set for Dec. 4

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Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Victor Hedman has been placed on long-term injured reserve (LTIR) due to an undisclosed injury, as reported by Eduardo A. Encina. Hedman has already missed the last five games and is not eligible to return until December 4 against Pittsburgh. Prior to his injury, he was on a four-game point streak, accumulating 12 helpers and a plus-1 rating across 15 appearances this season. The Lightning will continue to navigate without their key blueliner.

Johansson Tapped for Road Start vs. High-Scoring Capitals Saturday

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Jonas Johansson will start in goal for the Tampa Bay Lightning against the Capitals on Saturday, per Gabby Shirley. This marks his seventh appearance of the season. Johansson is 3-2-0 with a 3.27 GAA and an .890 save percentage in 2025-26, but he struggled in his last outing, surrendering five goals on 17 shots against Vancouver. He faces a tough test as the Capitals enter the game on a three-game winning streak, having scored 17 goals, including 15 in their last two matchups.

Nedeljkovic to Start Saturday vs. Senators, Looks to Rebound from Past Ottawa Struggles

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San Jose Sharks netminder Alex Nedeljkovic will defend the home cage Saturday against the Senators, per Curtis Pashelka. He has posted a 2-1-1 record with a 1.97 GAA and a .932 save percentage over his last four starts, alternating wins and losses. Nedeljkovic's previous outing against Ottawa last season with Pittsburgh resulted in a 5-0 loss, where he allowed five goals on just 17 shots.

Blackhawks' Arvid Soderblom Concedes Nine Goals in 9-3 Loss to Sabres

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Chicago Blackhawks backup goaltender Arvid Soderblom allowed nine goals in a 9-3 rout by the Buffalo Sabres. The Sabres' offensive outburst equaled the NHL's season-high for goals in a single game, as they capitalized on the tired Hawks squad. This disappointing performance contributed to the Blackhawks' significant loss in upstate New York, highlighting a tough night for the goaltender.

Akira Schmid Confirmed to Start Saturday vs. Anaheim After Three-Game Win Streak

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Akira Schmid is confirmed to start in net for the Vegas Golden Knights against Anaheim on Saturday. Schmid enters the game on a hot streak, having won his last three outings while allowing only four goals on 68 shots. This season, he boasts a 9-1-2 record with one shutout, a 2.33 goals-against average, and a .905 save percentage through 12 appearances. Anaheim, his upcoming opponent, ranks third in the league with 3.57 goals per game this campaign.

Blues Terminate Alexandre Texier's Contract; Forward to Seek New Team

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The St. Louis Blues have placed 26-year-old forward Alexandre Texier on unconditional waivers to terminate his contract. After going unclaimed and being assigned to Springfield (AHL), Texier will not report and plans to become a free agent to sign with a team of his choosing. He will forfeit the remainder of his two-year, $4.2 million contract. Texier recorded one assist in eight games with the Blues this season, following 31 games last season (6 goals, 5 assists) after being acquired from Columbus. Coach Jim Montgomery noted Texier "didn't find any kind of path this year to consistently stay in the lineup."