Koivu, 39, was selected 21st overall in 1993 by the Montreal Canadiens. He played 13 years with the Habs, 10 as their captain. In 792 games with Montreal he had 191 goals and 450 assists. He went on to play five seasons in Anaheim, where he wrapped up his career with 255 goals and 577 assists in 1124 games.
Koivu has missed over a month after being concussed on October 27. The 39-year-old is no longer a fantasy asset having scored just two goals and adding one assist in 12 games.
The veteran centre will miss his 12th straight game when the Ducks take on the Devils tonight. He has practice for several consecutive days so his return is near. The Ducks next play on Friday against Tampa Bay.
Koivu has missed the last 11 games after being concussed on October 27. Koivu is in the twilight of his career and is not really fantasy relevant in any capacity right now. He has just two goals and one assist in 12 games.
Koivu was a full participant in Ducks practice on Sunday and this morning. He has missed the last 10 games since being injured on October 27.
Koivu will miss his fourth consecutive game tonight after being injured on a Brandon Dubinsky hit on October 27. He could return Wednesday vs. Phoenix or Friday against Buffalo.
Koivu was hit hard by Blue Jackets forward Brandon Dubinsky on Sunday. Dubinsky will not face any supplementary discipline as a result of the hit.
Koivu, 38, had 27 points in 47 games in 2012-13, his 17th in the NHL.
The 38-year-old Koivu will get a rest tonight before the Ducks head into the playoffs.
Koivu has really pitched in for the struggling Ducks. The former Habs captain now has nine goals and 25 points over 36 games.
Koivu practiced on the second line yesterday and was expected to suit up tonight. Expect Nick Bonino to remain on the second line for the time being.
Sounds like Koivu could return for tomorrow's game. He last played on December 8th and has five goals and 15 points in 28 games.
Sounds like Koivu could return for tomorrow's game. He last played on December 8th and has five goals and 15 points in 28 games.
Koivu last played on December 8th and will miss his seventh consecutive game.
Koivu last played on December 8th, missing the last six games. Reports from morning skate did not indicate he will play tonight but the former Habs captain remains a game-time decision.
Koivu will miss at least one more game so remember to keep him on your bench. The former captain of the Habs scored five goals and 15 points through 28 games. Look for Nick Bonino to remain the second line center in the meantime.
Not good news for Saku Koivu owners. Expect Bobby Ryan to remain on the second line and for rookie Kyle Palmieri to remain in the lineup in the interim.
Koivu will miss at least one more game so remember to keep him on your bench. The former captain of the Habs scored five goals and 15 points through 28 games. Look for Bobby Ryan to remain the second line center tonight.
Koivu was hoping to get back into the lineup tonight. Expect a further update on his status.
