NHL Player News

Harley won't play Saturday versus the Flyers, Stars radio analyst Bruce LeVine reports, and the team adds he is week-to-week with a lower-body injury.

Harley will miss some time due to the injury, which has seemingly been a problem for a bit now. The 24-year-old has just two assists over his last nine games following a hot start to the year. Kyle Capobianco will enter the lineup to replace Harley on Saturday, and he will likely stay in throughout Harley's absence.

Jiricek scored two goals and added an assist in OHL Brantford's 5-4 win over Brampton on Saturday.

Jiricek extended his point streak to nine games, and four of them have been multi-point efforts. The defenseman is up to seven goals and 21 points through 18 appearances for the Bulldogs this year. His offense wasn't highly regarded prior to him getting selected 16th overall in 2024, but he's taken a massive step forward after posting just 12 points in 27 regular-season outings a year ago.

Borgen (upper body) won't play against Columbus on Saturday.

Borgen was originally slated to play Saturday despite missing Friday's practice, but that won't be the case. Matthew Robertson is set to draw into the lineup instead. Borgen has a goal, three points, eight PIM, 24 hits and 22 blocks in 18 outings in 2025-26.

Carlson (upper body) won't play against New Jersey on Saturday, according to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News.

Carlson's five-game scoring streak will be interrupted as a result of his injury. He has four goals and 14 points in 17 appearances this season. Trevor van Riemsdyk might draw into the lineup Saturday after being a healthy scratch in Washington's previous two games.

Gudas (lower body) was activated from injured reserve but won't suit up Saturday versus the Wild, per Alexis Downie of Ducks Stream.

Gudas must be healthy enough to play to be activated, but the Ducks will give Ian Moore at least one more chance in the lineup. Once he checks back in, Gudas is likely to occupy a bottom-four role.

Pesce (upper body) was moved from regular IR to long-term injured reserve Saturday, per PuckPedia.

Pesce hasn't played since Oct. 26, and he's not believed to be close to returning, so his timetable hasn't necessarily changed. The Devils do gain some cap flexibility by putting him on LTIR. Pesce has three assists, two PIM, four hits and 24 blocks in nine appearances this year.

Middleton (illness) is good to play Saturday versus Anaheim, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

Middleton was initially considered doubtful for the game, but it seems he'll be in the lineup after all. He's projected to serve on the second pairing alongside Jared Spurgeon. Middleton has an assist, 26 hits and 29 blocks in 16 appearances this year.

Carlo (lower body) won't play against Chicago on Saturday, according to Mark Masters of TSN.

Carlo is day-to-day and will miss at least one game. He has produced two assists, 23 shots on goal, 34 blocked shots and 12 hits through 18 outings this campaign. Philippe Myers will replace Carlo in Saturday's lineup.

Hedman (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's game against Florida, per Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times.

Hedman also missed Wednesday's 7-3 loss to the Rangers. He has 12 assists in 15 appearances this year. With Ryan McDonagh (undisclosed) also out, Tampa Bay is down to six healthy blueliners on the active roster, so Darren Raddysh will probably serve on the third pairing instead of acting as the seventh defenseman. Tampa Bay dressing 12 forwards should also result in Jakob Pelletier making his season debut.

Jensen (upper body) is expected to play against the Kings on Saturday.

After leaving Thursday's 5-3 win over Boston early due to an injury, it appears Jensen won't miss additional action. He participated in Friday's practice and Saturday's morning skate, paving the way for him to remain in the lineup. Jensen has supplied one goal, three assists, 13 shots on net, 20 blocked shots and 17 hits across 18 appearances this season.