NHL Injuries: Red Wings, Panthers, Wild, Islanders, Rangers, Senators, Flyers Sharks, and Leafs

This report compiles the most recent injury updates for various NHL teams, including the Red Wings, Panthers, Wild, Islanders, Rangers, Senators, Flyers, Sharks, and Maple Leafs.

Detroit Red Wings

Forward Dylan Larkin is currently listed as a game-time decision for tonight's contest.

Florida Panthers

The Panthers are facing several defensive injuries. Defenseman Niko Mikkola is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks, although surgery is not required. Fellow defenseman Uvis Balinskis will also miss four to six weeks due to a fracture. Forward Mackie Samoskevich is out for seven to ten days with a laceration. Forward Sam Reinhart is undergoing additional tests to determine his status. Coach Paul Maurice provided an update on Anton Lundell, indicating he is day-to-day and not yet cleared to skate. Maurice stated, "He's getting looked at. We don't think there's much there, but he's not ready to play. We need to minimize it." Maurice also mentioned Brad Marchand's situation, noting that Marchand is consulting doctors following tests, with a rehabilitation plan anticipated within the next ten days.

Minnesota Wild

In positive news for the Wild, forwards Kirill Kaprizov, Joel Eriksson Ek, and Marcus Foligno all returned to practice yesterday.

New York Islanders

Defenseman Ryan Pulock is questionable for tonight's game due to a lower-body injury.

New York Rangers

Regarding Matt Rempe, it is reportedly unlikely that he will return to play this season, though he has not been officially ruled out.

Ottawa Senators

The Senators' defensive depth has taken a significant hit. Defensemen Thomas Chabot (right arm) and Lassi Thomson (lower-body) both left last night's game early. Coach Travis Green confirmed that "They'll both be out for a while." This exacerbates their defensive challenges, as the Senators are without Jake Sanderson, Thomas Chabot, Nick Jensen, Dennis Gilbert, and Lassi Thomson for tonight's game. Coach Green had previously indicated that Jake Sanderson was expected to be out for seven to ten days.

Philadelphia Flyers

Forwards Sean Couturier, Denver Barkey, and Luke Glendening participated in yesterday's optional skate and are all considered day-to-day.

San Jose Sharks

Updates concerning players mentioned in relation to the San Jose Sharks include forwards Tyler Toffoli and Ty Dellandrea, and defenseman Vincent Desharnais, all participating in practice. Dellandrea was notably seen without his no-contact jersey. Forward Ryan Reaves did not practice yesterday, while goaltender Yaroslav Askarov and forward Igor Chernyshov were both on the ice for practice.

Toronto Maple Leafs

Maple Leafs coach Craig Berube confirmed that defenseman Oliver Ekman-Larsson is cleared to play tonight, despite leaving yesterday's practice early. Coach Berube also stated that goaltender Anthony Stolarz is fit to play tonight, but the decision on who will start in goal is still pending.