NHL Player News

Bahl scored a goal on three shots and added three hits in Monday's 6-2 loss to Maple Leafs.

Bahl's goal was his first since Jan. 14, but it came in the final minute of a blowout loss. He has two points over his last three contests, and he's finding a bit more success alongside a resurgent Rasmus Andersson in recent games. Bahl has a career year across the board in the offensive categories, earning three goals and 14 assists through 57 appearances. He's added 60 shots on net, 75 hits, 97 blocked shots, 33 PIM and an even plus-minus rating as a shutdown defender in a top-four role.

Pelech (lower body) will play against Pittsburgh on Tuesday, according to Rachel Luscher of the Islanders' official site.

After a one-game absence, Pelech will play alongside Tony DeAngelo in Tuesday's matchup because Alexander Romanov (illness) is unavailable. The 30-year-old Pelech has 17 assists, 87 shots on goal, 65 blocked shots and 68 hits across 45 appearances this season.

Romanov (illness) will not be in the lineup versus Pittsburgh on Tuesday.

Romanov is currently mired in a seven-game pointless streak during which he registered 10 shots, 19 hits and 21 blocks while averaging 22:06 of ice time. Given his offensive limitations, the 25-year-old defenseman is unlikely to offer much in the way of fantasy value except in banger leagues. Adam Pelech (lower body) will rejoin the lineup with Romanov on the shelf.

Klingberg (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus Utah, per Oilers play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels.

Klingberg will remain sidelined for a seventh straight game. The Swedish blueliner has accounted for one goal, three helpers, eight PIM and a plus-2 rating over 10 outings with the Oilers. Klingberg should contend with Troy Stecher and Ty Emberson for a bottom-four role once he's ready for game action.

Rielly logged an assist and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 6-2 win over the Flames.

Rielly has earned three helpers over eight outings in March so far. The defenseman also has a minus-5 rating, 11 shots on net and 12 blocked shots for the month. It's a bit of a slowdown on offense compared to February, but Rielly remains productive overall with 34 points, 108 shots on net, 95 blocks and a minus-18 rating through 67 appearances in a top-four role.

Ekman-Larsson logged a pair of assists in Monday's 6-2 win over the Flames.

Ekman-Larsson helped out on goals by Max Domi and Nicholas Robertson. With three helpers over his last three outings, Ekman-Larsson's offense is warming up following a five-game slump. The 33-year-old defenseman has earned 28 points, 105 shots on net, 86 hits, 63 blocked shots, 50 PIM and a plus-9 rating over 66 appearances. He's poised to reach the 30-point mark for the second year in a row, which would be the 10th time in his 15-year career. Three of the times he's missed that threshold were in abbreviated seasons, and one other instance was in his rookie year.

Ekholm (undisclosed) will be in the lineup Tuesday versus Utah, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.

Ekholm will return to the lineup for the first time since March. 4 after missing the last six games due to his undisclosed injury. The veteran defenseman should slot in on the No. 1 pairing next to Evan Bouchard, but it remains to be seen if he'll receive a cap on his ice time. Jake Walman will slide down to the second pairing as a result of Ekholm's return.

Heiskanen (knee) will probably be unavailable for the opening round of the playoffs, according to Stars radio analyst Bruce LeVine on Tuesday.

Heiskanen will miss his 17th straight game against Anaheim on Tuesday. He had knee surgery Feb. 4 and hasn't resumed skating yet, though he has been rehabbing off the ice. Heiskanen has generated five goals, 25 points, 108 shots on net and 85 blocked shots in 50 appearances this season.

Boqvist (upper body) is dealing with an illness, according to Andrew Gross of Newsday on Tuesday.

Boqvist seems unlikely to play Tuesday against the Penguins considering he's under the weather on top of dealing with an upper-body injury. Tony DeAngelo, Ryan Pulock and Scott Mayfield will round out the right side of New York's blue line if Boqvist is unable to suit up in Pittsburgh.

Power tallied a goal, registered two assists, had two shots on goal and blocked two shots in Monday's 3-2 overtime win against the Bruins.

Monday was Power's best all-around performance this season, as he filled the stat sheet in almost all areas. His marker was the lone goal of the second period and would ultimately send the game to overtime. Both of Power's assists were on separate power plays, and the latter of his two helpers was a shot redirected by Alex Tuch for the game-winning goal. With his performance Monday, Power is up to seven goals, 28 assists, 122 shots on net and 100 blocks in 66 appearances this season. The 22-year-old blueliner set a new career high in goals Monday and tied his career high for points in a season with 35. Power ranks third on the Sabres in helpers and has a bright future in the NHL. In fantasy, Power is heating up and has good value in deeper leagues with the postseason approaching.