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D'Astous scored a goal in Saturday's 3-1 win over Washington.

D'Astous delivered a surprisingly strong debut season in 2025-26 with 29 points (six goals, 23 assists), 112 PIM, 96 hits and 74 blocks in 70 games last season. He has been a point producer at every level and in every league he's played in, both in North America and Europe, and he's found a way to translate his game into the NHL. D'Astous is behind Victor Hedman and John Carlson on the blue line and power play, but that changes with a single injury.

Lilleberg sustained an undisclosed injury in Saturday's game versus the Capitals, and there was no update on his status from head coach Jon Cooper after the contest, Benjamin Pierce of the Lightning's official site reports.

Lilleberg was hurt early in the third period. The 25-year-old defenseman picked up a helper prior to his exit. The Lightning dressed seven blueliners Saturday, so they'll have some options for their roster if Lilleberg is unavailable Monday versus the Flyers. Defenseman Max Crozier could come in if the team sticks with seven defensemen, or one of Jansen Harkins or Scott Sabourin could get the call instead.

Sanderson departed Saturday's game versus the Maple Leafs due to a lower-body injury, Julian McKenzie of The Athletic reports.

Sanderson is set for further evaluation Sunday, and the team will know more in the next few days. The defenseman was never seemingly fully healthy after dealing with the injury throughout the preseason, but this is the first time the Senators have put a label on the issue. His status for Monday's game in Boston remains up in the air.

Trouba (illness) is expected to play Saturday versus the Kings, Max Miller of NHL.com reports.

Trouba was tracking towards playing, but there was some doubt after he missed Friday's practice and Saturday's morning skate. The 32-year-old is slated to fill his usual second-pairing role.

Carrier is being evaluated for an undisclosed injury sustained versus the Penguins on Saturday.

The Canadiens didn't reveal the nature of Carrier's injury. The 29-year-old defenseman has earned two points over two appearances so far this season. If he can't play Tuesday versus the Hurricanes, Adam Engstrom would likely draw into the lineup.

Ristolainen (undisclosed) exited and won't return to Saturday's game against Carolina.

Ristolainen had a goal, four shots, three hits and five blocks in two appearances in 2026-27 going into Saturday's action. The 31-year-old is expected to be re-evaluated Sunday. If he can't play Monday in Tampa Bay, then Simon Benoit will probably draw into the lineup.

Solberg scored a goal and added two assists in AHL San Diego's 5-1 win over San Jose on Saturday.

Solberg was the leader on offense in the Gulls' season opener. The defenseman wasn't exactly a standout last year with 24 points, a minus-16 rating and 102 PIM over 71 regular-season contests. Solberg is a first-round pick from 2024, so he should be able to tap into a bit more offense over time, though he'll need more development before he's a candidate for a call-up.

Roy (lower body) won't finish Saturday's game versus the Lightning.

It's not immediately clear when Roy got hurt, but it'll be enough to keep him off the ice for the third period. He can be considered day-to-day until more information is available. The Capitals' next game is Wednesday at home versus the Penguins. Dylan McIlrath would enter the lineup if Roy has to miss time.

Schock scored a goal and added an assist in the University of Michigan's 4-3 win over Bowling Green State University on Saturday.

Schock has four points over two games against BGSU in the first weekend of the season. The 19-year-old Schock had just 10 points in 38 games as a freshman last year. While his offense was a bit lacking last year, he remains in a good situation with a Wolverines team that is filled with talent.

Sanderson (undisclosed) exited Saturday's game against Toronto and won't return to the contest.

Sanderson was questionable for Saturday's tilt, and he ultimately logged just 4:29 of ice time before his night was done. The 24-year-old appeared to aggravate an injury, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet, so Sanderson's exit might be related to his previous issue.