Looks like Penner is cleared for contact which is a step in the right direction. Expect a further word on his status shortly.
Penner will remain on the IR until tomorrow (11/17). Based of Murray's comments it appears that the team will let him rest until fully healthy. The Winkler, Manitoba native has struggled so far with only two assists through 14 games.
Sounds like Penner will miss at least a week with his current injury although he is eligible to come off IR in four days. The power forward has only registered two assists through 14 games this season.
Penner is a surprising scratch especially with the injury to Scott Parse. The power forward has only registered two assists through 14 games this season.
Penner practiced today with Mike Richards and Dustin Brown -- an upgrade over his former linemates.The Manitoba native has one assist and 21 PIM over his first 11 games this season.
Penner practiced today with Mike Richards and Dustin Brown -- an upgrade over his current linemates.
After a brief demotion to the third line, Penner moves up to the top line by default. Over his first seven games, the power forward has one assist with 19 PIM.
Penner moves into a checking line, playing with Stoll and Richardson. Through his first six games this season, the left wing has one assist and 19 PIM.
While Penner hasn't contributed in the box score, coach Terry Murray was quick to defend his power forward. Sounds like he should stay on the second even strength and PP unit for the time being.
Look for him to line up with Dustin Brown and Mike Richards. Due to the injury, the power forward was held out of PP duties last game. That trend could continue tonight against the Blues.
Stay tuned for a further update.
Stay tuned for a further update on his status prior to tomorrow night's game.
Penner must have suffered a setback during practice. In his second game back he felt healthy enough to fight Zac Rinaldo which was a welcome sign for fantasy hockey owners. If he can't play, look for Scott Parse to draw back into the lineup.
If you own Penner, feel free to start him with impunity. Last season the power forward scored 23 goals and 45 points in a down season. He could very well return to the 30-goal range should he develop chemistry with his linemates.
When Penner does return, look for him to wing Mike Richards and Dustin Brown on the second line. His fantasy hockey value is directly correlated to his playing time and location in the lineup so continue to monitor this situation.
Penner failed to skate with his normal linemates, indicating he is not fully healthy. Stay tuned for a further update on this wounded winger.
The Los Angeles Kings face the New Jersey Devils in their third game, on October 13th. Last season the power forward scored 23 goals and 45 points in a down season.
Penner skating is an encouraging sign but not lining up with his linemates indicates he will need some extra rest. Last season the power forward scored 23 goals and 45 points in a down season. With a full, healthy year in Los Angeles, he could return to the 60-point range.
Penner skating is an encouraging sign but not lining up with his linemates indicates he will need some extra rest.. Last season the power forward scored 23 goals and 45 points in a down season. With a full, healthy year in Los Angeles, he could return to the 60-point range.
No further word on the extent of Penner's injury. Last season the power forward scored 23 goals and 45 points in a down season. With a full, healthy year in Los Angeles, he could return to the 60-point range.
