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Logan Stanley Out Injured Again
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Logan Stanley (lower body) is once again forced to miss some time, with the team placing him on Injured Reserve ahead of Sunday's contest against Washington. He only recently returned from a broken foot that saw him miss 18 games, but Stanley was able to skate in just two games before suffering […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Drew Doughty Unavailable Sunday
Los Angeles Kings defenseman Drew Doughty will sit out Sunday's matchup against Columbus with a lower-body injury. He will be out for the first time this season, and Alexander Edler will be moving up in the lineup. Doughty has enjoyed a 17-point campaign so far, adding 48 hits and 43 blocks with 52 shots in […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Erik Gustafsson A Game-Time Call For Sunday
Washington Capitals defenseman Erik Gustafsson (undisclosed) is regarded as a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup against the Jets. His status is up in the air due to him leaving the morning skate early with an undisclosed injury. Gustafsson has yet to miss a game this season and he will be desperate to remain in the […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Darcy Kuemper Moved To Injured Reserve
Washington Capitals goaltender Darcy Kuemper (upper body) was placed on Injured Reserve Sunday. He will be sitting out a fourth consecutive game when the Capitals take the ice Sunday versus Winnipeg. Kuemper has already had some time to recover and the team considers him day-to-day, but with him getting moved to Injured Reserve, the 32-year-old […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Anton Lundell Remains Out Sunday
Florida Panthers center Anton Lundell (illness/upper body) will remain out for Sunday's clash with Seattle. He exited the lineup a week ago with an upper-body injury and the 21-year-old is now also battling an illness. Lundell has enjoyed a good campaign with four goals and nine assists in 24 games. His absence has pushed Eric […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Jaden Schwartz Back For Kraken Sunday
Seattle Kraken left wing Jaden Schwartz (upper body) will return from a one-game absence Sunday versus Florida. The 30-year-old has quickly recovered from an upper-body injury and is slated to rejoin the first line Sunday. Schwartz has collected 15 points in 25 games this season, but his recent form hasn't been too good, with only […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Pyotr Kochetkov Shuts Out The Islanders
Carolina Hurricanes goaltender Pyotr Kochetkov eased his way to his second shutout of the season Saturday, needing to produce only 16 saves to keep the Islanders at bay in a 3-0 win. It was a very lethargic performance from the home team, and it appeared that the Islanders were completely out of gas in the […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
William Nylander Records A Career-High Five Points
Toronto Maple Leafs winger William Nylander was unstoppable for the Flames Saturday night as he racked up a career-high five points in a 5-4 overtime win. Nylander started the damage with a pair of power-play points in the opening frame and ended up having three points with the man advantage in total while netting two […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Nils Lundkvist Delivers The Victory For Dallas
Dallas Stars defenseman Nils Lundkvist scored the game-winning goal in Saturday's 3-2 overtime victory against Detroit, finding the back of the net with just 31 seconds remaining in the extra frame. It was his only shot on goal in 14:50 of ice time. The talented blue-liner has now scored in back-to-back outings and boasts three […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Mats Zuccarello Extends Scoring Streak With Two Assists
Minnesota Wild right wing Mats Zuccarello took his point streak to six games on Saturday with a two-assist effort in a 3-0 win over Vancouver. He logged a power-play assist on a Matt Boldy goal and an even-strength helper on a strike by Sam Steel. Zuccarello had three shots of his own but couldn't get […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Filip Gustavsson Posts His First Shutout
Minnesota Wild goaltender Filip Gustavsson recorded his first career shutout on Saturday, leaving the Canucks empty-handed in a 3-0 victory with 35 saves. The 24-year-old received his ninth start of the campaign as the team completed a back-to-back set, and Gustavsson didn't disappoint with his performance. He had a very tough time at the start […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Sidney Crosby Logs Three Points In Saturday's Win
Pittsburgh Penguins center Sidney Crosby factored in all of the team's goals in Saturday's 3-1 victory against the Sabres, scoring twice and recording a power-play assist. It's the 165th three-point game of his career and he surpassed Jari Kurri (164) for sole possession of the ninth place in NHL history. No. 87 continues to do […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Kris Letang Returns 12 Days After A Stroke
Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Kris Letang was back in action Saturday against Buffalo just 12 days after suffering a stroke. He logged 22:14 of ice time and helped his team to a 3-1 victory with three blocks and seven hits. The veteran star also picked up two penalty minutes. It's some story, with Letang having sat […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Damian Lillard Drops 36 Points On Minnesota
Portland Trail Blazers point guard Damian Lillard produced a game-high 36 points in Saturday's 124-118 win over the Timberwolves, adding three rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 41 minutes. However, his performance was a bit of a mixed bag, with Lillard shooting only 9-for-22 from the field with a 3-for-11 effort from downtown and […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Nikola Jokic Collects His Fourth Triple-Double
Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic recorded his fourth triple-double of the campaign Saturday versus Utah, leading his squad to a 115-110 victory with 31 points, 12 rebounds and 14 assists. He wasn't dozing defensively either, registering four blocks with one steal in 35 minutes. The Joker hit 11-for-20 from the field with one make from […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Klay Thompson Leads All Scorers In Finals Rematch
Golden State Warriors shooting guard Klay Thompson went off for a game-high 34 points in Saturday's 123-107 win over Boston, shooting 14-for-26 from the field with a 4-for-11 from downtown. The Splash Brothers really turned up for the Finals rematch, with Stephen Curry adding 32 points with 6-for-11 three-point shooting. Thompson completed his line with […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Alex Caruso Exits With A Back Problem
Chicago Bulls guard Alex Caruso played for only six minutes in Saturday's blowout win over Dallas, exiting with a lower back contusion, and head coach Billy Donovan has ruled him out for Sunday's meeting with Atlanta. Caruso was making his fourth consecutive start Saturday, but he will now have to sit out at least one […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Kyle Kuzma Has 35 Points With Seven Triples
Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma had a nice double-double night against the Clippers on Saturday, leading the team with 35 points and adding 12 rebounds in a 114-107 loss. He was superb from downtown with a 7-for-11 record and shot 14-for-27 overall. In 38 minutes of action, Kuzma was also able to post three assists […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Paul George Produces 36 Points In Saturday's Win
Los Angeles Clippers forward Paul George had his second-best scoring night of the season Saturday against Washington, piling up 36 points on 13-for-27 shooting in a 114-107 win. He was 5-for-12 with the three-ball and went 5-for-5 at the foul line while filling it up across the board. George's line included seven rebounds, six assists, […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Tyrese Haliburton Leads All Scorers With 35 Points
Indiana Pacers point guard Tyrese Haliburton had a big 35-point night in Saturday's loss to Brooklyn, shooting 12-for-15 from the field, including a fantastic 7-for-8 from deep. He complimented his best scoring outing of the season with one rebound, nine assists, three steals and one block while committing five turnovers. The 22-year-old has been on […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Cam Thomas Scores Career-High 33 Points
Brooklyn Nets guard/forward Cam Thomas exploded for a career-high 33 points in Saturday's 136-133 win against Indiana. He was perfect with his three attempts from deep and shot 13-for-20 overall in 29 minutes off the bench. Thomas grabbed three rebounds as well and had two turnovers. All the big guns sat out the contest and […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Kemba Walker Set To Play 15-20 Minutes In Debut
Dallas Mavericks point guard Kemba Walker will make his team debut on Saturday against Chicago, and he's expected to feature for 15-20 minutes. This will be his first taste of NBA action since February. Kemba finds himself in a good spot to make his Mavs debut, as Luka Doncic (quadriceps) sits out the game. He's […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Isaiah Jackson Returns For Pacers Saturday
Indiana Pacers forward/center Isaiah Jackson (knee) has been cleared to play Saturday versus Brooklyn. He sat out Friday's meeting with Washington due to left knee soreness, but the team will welcome him back against the short-handed Nets. Jackson has averaged 7.3 points per game with 4.2 rebounds and 1.2 blocks as Myles Turner's backup this […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Will Barton Remains Out Saturday
Washington Wizards guard/forward Will Barton (foot) is forced to sit out a second consecutive game Saturday versus the Clippers. The veteran is nursing a sore left foot. With a number of other key rotational players also unavailable for the game, Jordan Goodwill should fill a major role, and the likes of Deni Avdija and Corey […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Monte Morris WIll Miss Saturday's Game
Washington Wizards point guard Monte Morris (groin) has been ruled out of Saturday's matchup against the Clippers. He is dealing with left groin soreness, and unfortunately for him, the game comes too soon for Morris to be ready to play. The 27-year-old has recently enjoyed a good run of form, with Bradley Beal's (hamstring) absence […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Terance Mann Will Play Saturday
Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Terance Mann (concussion) is available to play again Saturday versus Washington. He will be back in action after sitting out one game. Mann has put in some very solid performances lately as he's received extra minutes due to a number of injuries, and the 26-year-old is in a good spot to […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Kevin Love Sits Out Again Saturday
Cleveland Cavaliers forward/center Kevin Love (back) will miss a second consecutive game Saturday versus the Thunder. After recently missing some time with a thumb injury, the veteran is dealing with lower back soreness this time around. With Love on the shelf, Cedi Osman had a very busy 35-minute night off the bench Friday against Sacramento, […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Luka Doncic Sits Out Saturday
Dallas Mavericks point guard Luka Doncic (quadriceps) won't be in the lineup Saturday against Chicago. The team is completing a back-to-back set and Doncic is sitting out the game. Dallas has him on the injury report with a right quadriceps strain, but it should simply be a rest day for the MVP candidate, who killed […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Shea Theodore Ruled Out For Sunday
Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore has been ruled out of Sunday's tilt against Boston because of a leg injury. He was hurt during the overtime session in Friday's 2-1 victory over Philadelphia. Theodore is having a productive campaign with 22 points in 29 games, and he's played a huge role recently due to Alex […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago
Nicholas Robertson Out For 6-8 Weeks
Toronto Maple Leafs left wing Nicholas Robertson (shoulder) will be sidelined for 6-8 weeks, the team announced on Saturday. He was injured in Thursday's matchup against the Kings, and whilst Robertson won't need surgery to fix the issue, he will still miss at least a month and a half of action. The 21-year-old has tallied […]
Taavi Pailk 2 years ago