The Montreal Canadiens tweeted that defenseman Mike Matheson and forward Patrik Laine will not take part in today’s team practice. The tweet wasn’t overly detailed and described their absences as a “Therapy day.” The Canadiens have been cautious with Laine as he just returned from injury and has played just four games this season. The former second-overall pick suffered a knee … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin Skating In Non-Contact Jersey
Tom Wilson Sustained Sinus Cavity Fracture, Won’t Miss Time
Capitals mainstay Tom Wilson sustained a minor bone fracture in the sinus cavity area after taking a puck to the face in Saturday’s win over the Canadiens, he told Tom Gulitti of NHL.com. The injury only caused him to leave the game momentarily, and he scored two goals after returning. He doesn’t expect to miss any additional time due to the injury, he confirmed, although he’ll … [Read more...] about Tom Wilson Sustained Sinus Cavity Fracture, Won’t Miss Time
Kevin Shattenkirk Announces Retirement
Unrestricted free agent defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk has announced his retirement after 14 NHL seasons and 952 regular-season games, per an NHLPA release. The 35-year-old wrote a lengthy message to his seven NHL teams, their staffs, and his family, and shouted out many other specific helpers and mentors, one you can read entirely on his X account. The 6’0″, 212-lb Shattenkirk … [Read more...] about Kevin Shattenkirk Announces Retirement
Alex Ovechkin, Sonny Milano Back In Non-Contact Jerseys
According to Tom Gulitti of NHL.com, the Washington Capitals had a pair of forwards resume skating this morning albeit in non-contact jerseys. Alex Ovechkin and Sonny Milano skated before the Capitals’ formal practice this morning and Milano has reportedly been elevated to working with pucks. The fact Ovechkin has even returned to skating is impressive given he’s just under … [Read more...] about Alex Ovechkin, Sonny Milano Back In Non-Contact Jerseys
Multiple Teams Showing Interest in Nils Hoglander
It wasn’t long ago that Canucks winger Nils Hoglander looked like an important part of Vancouver’s long-term plans. But things haven’t gone as well this year for him and it appears that teams are starting to kick the tires to see if he’s available. ESPN’s Kevin Weekes reports (Twitter link) that the Capitals, Penguins, and Blue Jackets are among the teams who have explored … [Read more...] about Multiple Teams Showing Interest in Nils Hoglander