NHL Player News

Malkin (lower body) will not play in Tuesday's home clash against the Golden Knights, per Penguins' studio host Dan Potash.

After recently missing a contest due to an illness, Malkin will log his second absence of the 2026-27 campaign with a lower-body injury. When healthy, the 40-year-old star has been excellent, posting six goals, 11 points and 27 shots on net across 13 outings this season. In his absence, Justin Brazeau is expected to make his season debut after recovering from a lower-body injury. Malkin's next chance to return to the lineup is Thursday's home clash against the Bruins.

Tavares (lower body) resumed skating Tuesday and is now listed as day-to-day, per David Alter of The Hockey News.

Tavares took part in his first team skate since going down with a lower-body injury in the Maple Leafs' clash against Buffalo on Oct. 15. The 36-year-old center was wearing a red non-contact sweater at morning skate, indicating that he's not quite ready to return. However, his activation from injured reserve is an indication that his return is near. When healthy this season, the 18-year NHL veteran has two goals, seven points, 17 shots on net and five blocked shots across seven appearances. He'll have shot to return in Saturday's clash against the Canadiens.

Copp pocketed two assists, one on the power play, in Monday's 5-3 win over Florida.

Both helpers came 45 seconds apart in the third period as Detroit broke open a 2-2 tie on tallies by Justin Faulk and Michael Brandsegg-Nygard. The assists were his first since Oct. 4, and Copp has just two goals and five points in 15 games to begin the season, despite a current assignment on the second line with Lucas Raymond.

Kadri scored two goals, including a power-play tally, on four shots in Monday's 5-2 win over the Blackhawks.

Kadri sparked Colorado's comeback with a first-period goal before redirecting Cale Makar's shot on the power play to give the Avalanche a 3-2 lead in the second. The veteran center has scored all four of his goals this season over his last five appearances, suggesting his offensive production is beginning to improve. His involvement on Colorado's second scoring line provides useful fantasy upside, particularly if his recent finishing form continues.

Poitras sustained an undisclosed injury against the Golden Knights on Monday, and there was no update on his status after the game, Jack Studley of Boston Hockey Now reports.

Poitras was elbowed by Braeden Bowman during this game, which resulted in a major penalty and game misconduct for the Vegas forward. Head coach Marco Sturm should have information to relay on Poitras' status prior to the Bruins' next game, which is Thursday in Pittsburgh.

Groulx was placed on waivers Monday, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Groulx hasn't earned a point in seven NHL appearances with the Maple Leafs this campaign, but he has posted four shots on net, three blocked shots and 12 hits. If he clears waivers, he will likely head to AHL Toronto.

Sourdif scored a goal on two shots and added three hits in Sunday's 5-1 loss to the Wild.

Sourdif has two points over four games since he returned from an illness. The 24-year-old center was on a line with Alex Ovechkin and Anthony Beauvillier for Sunday's contest. The Capitals' forward lines are largely fluid in role with the depth of the team's roster. Sourdif has had a somewhat quiet start to the campaign with three points, 11 shots on net and 20 hits across 11 appearances.

Eriksson Ek recorded two assists, including one on the power play, and fired three shots on goal in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Capitals.

Eriksson Ek was able to shake off an injury scare from Thursday's game in time to suit up Sunday. He's earned three goals and four assists during his active five-game point streak, which is his longest of the season. The veteran center is up to five tallies, nine helpers, 53 shots, 20 hits, 10 PIM and a plus-10 rating over 16 contests.

McCarron scored a goal, added three hits and blocked two shots in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Capitals.

McCarron has picked up three points over his last six outings. While he's listed on the second line, he's been under 15 minutes of ice time in four straight games. McCarron has two goals, five helpers, 31 shots on net, 47 hits, 15 blocked shots, 14 PIM and a plus-5 rating over 16 appearances this season. He's a better source of toughness than scoring.

Jarvis logged two assists, three shots on goal, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 7-0 win over the Jets.

Jarvis hasn't shown any rust after his return from shoulder surgery. He's earned multiple points in three of five games, giving him a goal, six helpers, 12 shots on net, seven hits, four blocked shots and a plus-6 rating. He's on the third line, but the Hurricanes' offense runs deep. Trust Jarvis to be an everyday option in fantasy.