Goalie Start
Smith will likely start Saturday vs. the Jets.
Daily Faceoff is a news site with no direct affiliation to the NHL, or NHLPA
NHL Hockey Player News
Goalie Start
Hart will start Sunday in New York.
Gerbe (undisclosed) is questionable to play Sunday.
Gerbe missed Saturday’s practice and is questionable to play Sunday vs. the Canucks. Head coach John Tortorella said that Murray is “nicked up” and Ryan MacInnis was recalled from Cleveland (AHL) as a precaution.
Murray (back) will return to the Blue Jackets lineup on Sunday.
Murray, who has been out since December 14th, was back at practice on Saturday and will play Sunday vs. the Canucks. Murray will skate on the second pair with Markus Nutivaara and should see time on the second power-play unit.
Line Change
de la Rose will draw into the Blues lineup on Saturday.
de la Rose has been a healthy scratch for the last 10 games but will replace Jordan Kyrou (illness) on Saturday. de la Rose has just five points (1G / 4A) in 32 games since joining the Blues.
Kyrou (illness) is not expected to play on Saturday.
Kyrou was not on the ice for the morning skate and is not expected to suit up vs. the Stars. Kyrou will be replaced by Jacob de la Rose on the Blues third line.
Demers (oblique) will be a game-time decision on Saturday.
Demers has missed the last 12 games and is questionable to play tonight vs. the Sabres. Head coach Rich Tocchet said that he is likely to play and would replace Aaron Ness, but monitor his status as the Coyotes hit the ice for warmups (7:30 pm ET).
Goalie Start
Raanta will start Saturday vs. the Sabres.
Goalie Start
Allen will start Saturday vs. the Stars.
Goalie Start
Demko is in the starter's crease at the Canucks morning skate.
Goalie Start
Allen likely starting Saturday vs. the Stars.
Goalie Start
Hogberg will start Saturday vs. the Red Wings.
Hogberg allowed two goals on 34 shots in the Senators win over the Canucks on Thursday. The win snapped a three-game losing streak for Hogberg, who is 4-4-5 with a 3.11 GAA and .909 SV% on home ice this season. In his first start vs. the Red Wings, Hogberg allowed two goals on 28 shots in a 3-2 shootout loss (Jan.10).
Goalie Start
Crawford will start Saturday in Florida.
Crawford allowed just two goals on 38 shots in the Blackhawks come-from-behind win in Tampa Bay on Thursday. Today he’ll be making his fifth consecutive start and he comes in at 2-2-0 with a 2.76 GAA and .927 SV% in the previous four. On the season, he’s 6-9-3 with a 2.95 GAA and .915 SV% on the road.
Goalie Start
Lindgren will start Saturday vs. the Hurricanes.
Goalie Start
Saors is expected to start Saturday vs. the Avalanche.
Saros surrendered three goals on 39 shots in the Predators win over the Flames on Thursday. Saros is one a three-game winning streak while posting a 2.58 GAA and .932 SV%. Tonight he will face a Colorado team that has won five straight while averaging just 2.40 goals for and 1.20 goals against per game.
Goalie Start
Andersen will start Saturday vs. the Canucks.
Goalie Start
Hogberg is in the starter's crease at the Senators morning skate.
Smith (back) will undergo surgery on March 6th and will miss the rest of the 2020 season.
Smith has been sidelined by a back injury since February 12th and it requires surgery, which will end his 2020 campaign. Smith finishes the season with 11 points (4G / 7A) in 50 games.
Shaw (concussion) will miss the remainder of the 2020 season.
Shaw has been out since November 30th and will miss the final 18 games of the season with lingering concussion issues. Missing such a lengthy period of time with a concussion is obviously not a good sign and hopefully, Shaw will be ready to return to the NHL at the start of the 2021 campaign.
The Blackhawks have recalled Brandon Hagel from Rockford (AHL) under emergency conditions.
Hagel was a sixth-round pick of the Sabres in 2016 but signed with the Blackhawks in 2018. The 21-year-old winger has scored 19 goals with 11 assists (30 points) in 55 AHL games this season and could be set to make his NHL debut on Saturday.
NHL Player News: Your Ultimate Source for Hockey Player News
At Daily Faceoff you can stay in the know regarding all 32 teams and their top players this season. From trades, to injuries, and everything in between, you can find all the latest NHL player news today here. Staying up to date with player news NHL can also give you a competitive edge in your fantasy hockey leagues, as well as your NHL bets.
Check out all the latest NHL updates below and learn more about the hottest updates in the hockey world today.
Who are the top NHL players to watch this season?
There’s never been more talent scattered across the NHL than there is this season. With living legends like Sidney Crosby and Alexander Ovechkin still setting records left-and-right, alongside today’s current superstars such as Connor McDavid and Nathan Mackinnon, the level of talent in the NHL is at an all-time high. Along with these established stars, there’s plenty of budding stars emerging every season such as Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, and Matvei Michkov.
What are the latest updates on NHL player suspensions or disciplinary actions?
Already this season we’ve seen the hammer brought down by the NHL Department of Player Safety. Notable suspensions and fines include Ryan Reaves of the Toronto Maple Leafs who was given a five-game suspension for an illegal check to the head against the Edmonton Oilers, and Los Angeles Kings forward Tanner Jeannot who was dealt a three-game suspension, also for an illegal hit to the head.
In the 2023-24 season, there were a total of 14 suspensions and 17 fines issued throughout the NHL. The longest suspension served was dealt to former-Detroit Red Wing David Perron at six-games after a cross-checking penalty dealt ironically against his current team in the 2024-25 season, the Ottawa Senators. Additionally, Perron was fined $148,437.48 for his actions.
How are NHL player performances impacting fantasy hockey?
NHL player performances make a direct impact on the outcome of any fantasy hockey matchup. Staying up to date with the latest news and performances of your team’s players can be the difference between winning and losing.
Some notable fantasy hockey performers that flew under the radar in most drafts this year include Martin Necas (123 ADP) of the Carolina Hurricanes and Kiefer Sherwood of the Vancouver Canucks. While sleeper picks are always a great get, nothing is worse than a bust taken early on. Some of the most disappointing players of the fantasy hockey season includes Zach Hyman (28 ADP) of the Edmonton Oilers and Jason Robertson of the Dallas Stars (33 ADP).
Whether you’re checking out how your current rostered players are performing or scouting for hidden gems on the waiver wire, the latest player news can help you make your next winning move this season.
Which NHL players are having breakout or comeback seasons?
Every season there are several players who have breakout years, establishing themselves as some of the best up-and-coming stars in the league. In the 2024-25 season early breakout candidates have emerged such as Dylan Strome of the Washington Capitals (on-pace for his first 100-point season) and Ivan Barbashev of the Vegas Golden Knights (on-pace for career-high in points).
Additionally, nothing beats a comeback story, and that can be said about surging veterans such as Anze Koipitar of the Los Angeles Kings, and Matt Duchene of the Dallas Stars.
How often is NHL player news updated?
Our player news is updated regularly throughout the season, bringing you fresh player updates every day throughout the calendar year. Providing our users with a one-stop destination for everything you need to know from across the NHL, our player news is the go-to spot for all the biggest stories in the hockey universe.
What types of information does NHL player news cover?
Our NHL news covers every aspect of the hockey season. From injuries to trades to rumours and even suspensions, we’ve got you covered through it all with credible and fast-updates all-season long.
Are there specific sources for reliable NHL player updates?
All of our sources come from credible and reputable areas. When you’re at Daily Faceoff, you can trust that we are never going to spoon-feed you fake news. You can trust you’re only reading legitimate news that matters.
How does NHL player news impact betting lines?
Player news has a massive impact on the latest hockey betting lines. From daily game lines and prop bets, to Stanley Cup futures bets, every trade, roster change, and injury can shake up the odds set by oddsmakers.
By staying informed on the latest NHL updates, you can become a better NHL bettor as you’ll have a winning edge thanks to our in-depth news coverage.
DFO’s Specialized News Categories
Get the most out of your hockey news with our in-depth coverage of the NHL with our comprehensive player news updates. Below we’ve compiled go-to destinations for player injuries, trades, signings, line combinations, and more!
- NHL Player Injury Updates and Recovery Timelines – See all the latest NHL player injury updates, timelines for their return, and impact made on each team.
- NHL Waiver Wire Moves and Implications – Check out all the latest moves made on the NHL waiver wire and their implications on the teams involved.
- NHL Latest Line Combination Changes – Bringing you every line combination from across all 32 NHL teams, check out the latest NHL line combination changes made ahead of their next tilt.
- NHL Player Signings and Contract Details – Your go-to spot during NHL free agency, check out the latest NHL player signings and contract details today.
- NHL Roster Changes and Transactions – Looking to see what the latest moves made by your favourite team were? Then check out the latest NHL roster changes and transactions here on DFO.