Gomez has just one assist in 11 games since signing with the Senators mid-season. Gomez will be replaced by Chris Neil, who is returning after missing time with an illness. Nick Paul is expected to centre the third line with Gomez out.
With Kyle Brodziak back in the lineup on Tuesday and Patrik Berglund nearing a return, Gomez is the odd man out. Being placed on waivers could signify the end of Gomez’s NHL career.
With Paul Stastny (foot) returning to the lineup on Monday, Gomez will take a seat tonight in Buffalo.
With Vladimir Tarasenko ready to return to the lineup after a one game absence, Gomez will sit tonight vs. the Kings. Gomez has one goal and two assists in seven games with the Blues.
Gomez, 35, was in Blues camp on a PTO and made the team after posting one assist and a minus-3 rating in four games during preseason action. Gomez had seven goals and 27 assists (34 points) in 58 games with the Devils last year.
Gomez had 34 points (7G / 27A) in 58 games with the Devils last season. Gomez was signed after it was announced that Patrik Berglund would miss four months after undergoing shoulder surgery.
Gomez woke up with the flu this morning and was not on the ice for the Devils’ morning skate. He is listed as “very questionable” for tonight’s game, which means that Michael Ryder should get back into the lineup.
Gomez had two goals and 10 assists (12 points) in 46 games with the Panthers last season. His last four seasons have been a struggle, but he returns to the team who he started his NHL career with. He is expected to centre the top-line with Patrik Elias and Jaromir Jagr.
At this point there is no word on the length or the terms of the contract but it is believed to be a one-year deal. Gomez had been practicing with the Devils but was unsigned. With injuries to Adam Henrique and Travis Zajac the Devils inked the veteran centre late on Sunday. He is in the twilight of his career, but is expected to skate with Patrik Elias and Jaromir Jagr.
Gomez, 34, was originally drafted by the Devils back in 1998 and spent seven seasons with New Jersey, winning two Stanley Cups. Recently, the wheels have fallen off for Gomez, he has racked up just six goals and 32 assists (38 points) in 123 games over the last three seasons. Regardless of if he makes the team or not, his days of being even close to fantasy relevant are long gone.
Kris Versteeg draws into the lineup while Gomez takes a seat. He has one goal and three assists in 14 games.
Gomez will be scratched for the second straight game.
Gomez likely just getting a night off during a back-to-back before the playoffs.
More likely one of the fourth liners will take a backseat as Gomez eases his way into the line up. You shouldn't have any expectations for Gomez at this point - even if he has been on the powerplay.
Gomez only had 49 points in 118 games in his last two seasons in Montreal. Those aren't encouraging numbers for fantasy owners. He gets a fresh start in San Jose to resurrect his career. Let him show you he can do that before running to the Waiver Wire to get him.
The move appears to have Gomez sitting out the season and getting bought out in the summer. Gomez wasn't expected to play a relevant role for the Canadiens this season, anyways.
Gomez is probably done for the season but getting back on the ice is a good sign. The much-criticized center has two goals and 11 points in 38 games.
Gomez is probably done for the season but getting back on the ice is a good sign. The much-criticized center has two goals and 11 points in 38 games.