NHL Injury Report: Updates on Crosby, Gudas, Lundell, Panthers, Senators & More

Anaheim Ducks

Defenseman Radko Gudas left last night’s game in the second period due to a lower-body injury. Coach Joel Quenneville indicated he believes Gudas is okay, but he will undergo further examination today. Forward Jansen Harkins missed last night's game with an upper-body injury sustained on Tuesday. Additionally, forward Troy Terry was a late scratch due to a lower-body injury.

Buffalo Sabres

Forward Noah Ostlund did not participate in practice yesterday, suffering from an upper-body injury. He was evaluated yesterday, and a clearer update is expected today.

Chicago Blackhawks

Defenseman Louis Crevier exited last night’s game in the third period after receiving a skate cut to the face.

Colorado Avalanche

Forward Artturi Lehkonen returned to the lineup last night. Forward Nic Roy was absent from last night’s game.

Detroit Red Wings

Goaltender Cam Talbot "tweaked something," according to coach Todd McLellan. While it's not considered serious, he is not expected to serve as backup tonight.

Florida Panthers

Forward Mackie Samoskevich was unable to return to play last night but is reportedly getting closer to a comeback. Forward Cole Schwindt is skating and might be ready to play after their upcoming back-to-back games in New York. There were no further updates available for forwards Sam Reinhart and Brad Marchand.

Forward Anton Lundell will be sidelined for two to six weeks, effectively ending his season. Similarly, forward Evan Rodrigues' season is over as he faces four to six weeks out with a broken finger.

Minnesota Wild

Forward Marcus Foligno returned to the lineup after missing the past 12 games with a lower-body injury. Coach Jon Hynes confirmed that defenseman Jared Spurgeon received stitches and is expected to be fine.

New Jersey Devils

Forward Arseny Gritsyuk missed yesterday's morning skate after sustaining an injury late in their last game.

New York Islanders

Defenseman Ryan Pulock participated in yesterday’s morning skate, but defenseman Tony DeAngelo was not on the ice. Defenseman Alexander Romanov took part in morning skate while wearing a no-contact jersey. Coach Patrick Roy stated there is no specific timetable for Romanov's return, confirming it will not be before the start of the playoffs.

Philadelphia Flyers

Forward Nikita Grebenkin is expected to be out for seven to ten days with an upper-body injury and will be re-evaluated after that period.

Ottawa Senators

Updates on injured players:

Jake Sanderson (upper body): Day-to-day beyond Friday, he is skating and will join the team on their road trip.
Thomas Chabot (right arm surgery): Out for 4-8 weeks following surgery performed yesterday.
Dennis Gilbert (upper body): Expected to miss 3 weeks.
Lassi Thomson (lower body): His recovery is expected to be longer than day-to-day; he skated yesterday but will be out for a while.

Pittsburgh Penguins

Forward Sidney Crosby left last night’s game early with a lower-body injury, and further updates are pending. He departed late in the first period, appearing to favor his right leg. This was his fifth game back since suffering a sprained MCL in his left knee during the Olympics. Forward Anthony Mantha was able to play last night after missing Wednesday’s practice.

San Jose Sharks

Goaltender Yaroslav Askarov (upper-body) and defenseman John Klingberg (lower-body) will travel with the team to Columbus. No other updates have been provided.