Bastian suffered a lower-body injury vs. the Penguins on Thursday and is going to miss "some time" according to head coach Lindy Ruff. Pavel Zacha is expected to return from a minor injury to replace Bastian in the lineup on Saturday afternoon.
Meier has missed the last two games with a lower-body injury but is expected to play Friday in Anaheim. Meier and Tomas Hertl are both likely to play, which is a huge boost to the second line. Meier has four goals and 11 assists (15 points) in 21 games this season.
Meier missed Saturday's game vs. the Golden Knights but will be a game-time decision Monday. Meier will likely replace Noah Gregor in the lineup and will be back on a line with Dylan Gambrell if he plays.
