NHL Player News

Howard has been recalled from AHL Bakersfield by the Oilers, the team announced Sunday.

Howard hasn't seen NHL action since late January, instead seeing an extended run in the AHL with Bakersfield. The 22-year-old has been impressive with the Condors, posting 47 points (22 goals, 25 assists) in 45 games. His NHL numbers haven't been quite as gaudy as he has just five points in 28 games, but he will likely have a chance to add to those numbers during the final two games of the regular season.

Allen stopped 25 of 28 shots in Saturday's win over the Red Wings.

Allen earned the win here, but he continues to be an underwhelming fantasy performer, as this was his third straight game with a save percentage below the .900 mark. Allen will work as the Devils' No. 1 goaltender after Jacob Markstrom (undisclosed) was shut down for the final three games of the regular season. However, Nico Daws has been announced as the starter for Sunday's game against Ottawa, lining up Allen to start in the regular-season finale against the Bruins on Tuesday.

Acciari (upper body) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Capitals, the Penguins announced.

Acciari had missed only one game since the calendar turned to 2026, but it will be two after Sunday's absence. The 34-year-old has pieced together one of the best years of his career, notching 25 points (13 goals, 12 assists) in 66 games. He'll have one more chance to return in the regular season Tuesday against the Blues.

Clifton (upper body) won't play against Washington on Sunday.

Clifton will miss at least one game and is day-to-day ahead of Tuesday's regular-season finale against St. Louis. He has produced two goals, four assists, 34 shots on net, 83 blocked shots and 179 hits through 49 appearances this campaign.

Shea (upper body) is day-to-day and won't be in the lineup against Washington on Sunday.

Shea will miss at least one game, but he might be an option for Tuesday's regular-season finale against St. Louis. He has registered six goals, 30 points, 71 shots on net and 92 blocked shots across 79 outings this season.

Kindel (upper body) won't play Sunday against the Capitals, the Penguins announced.

Kindel will miss a second consecutive game. He's officially day-to-day, so his postseason availability doesn't appear to be in jeopardy. The 18-year-old has had an impressive rookie season, posting 34 points (17 goals, 17 assists) in 76 games. His next shot at a return will be Tuesday against the Blues in the regular-season finale.

Mantha (lower body) won't play against Washington on Sunday.

Mantha is day-to-day and will miss at least one game. He has compiled 32 goals, 62 points, 149 shots on net and 52 hits across 80 appearances this season.

Mercer scored an empty-net goal and took three shots on goal in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Red Wings.

Mercer found the back of the net late in the game when the Red Wings were pushing forward to find a late equalizer. The 24-year-old center hasn't been very consistent despite skating on the first line, but he's ending the regular season on a strong note with four goals over his last six games.

Guenther tallied a power-play goal and placed four shots on net in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Carolina.

Guenther lit the lamp on a power play less than three minutes into the third period to bring the Mammoth within one goal. With Saturday's goal, Guenther became just the 12th player in the NHL to score 40 or more goals this season. Overall, the 23-year-old Guenther has taken a big step forward this season with 72 points, 240 shots on net, 63 hits and 28 blocked shots across 77 games. He's been scorching lately with six goals and 13 points during his seven-game point streak, making him an elite fantasy player to roster for the remainder of the fantasy playoffs.

Gostisbehere supplied two assists, placed three shots on net and served two PIM in Saturday's 4-1 win over Utah.

Gostisbehere notched a secondary helper on Andrei Svechnikov's power-play goal in the opening period before later picking up a primary assist on Sebastian Aho's tally in the third. The pair of helpers brought Gostisbehere up to 37 assists, 50 points, 117 shots on net, 27 hits and 63 blocked shots through 54 games this season. The 32-year-old blueliner is having his best season in terms of points per game, as he's been an efficient contributor on offense when healthy. Saturday's assists helped him secure his third campaign with 50 points or more in the last five seasons. He is a strong fantasy option in all formats for the remainder of the fantasy playoffs.