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Poitras sustained an undisclosed injury against the Golden Knights on Monday, and there was no update on his status after the game, Jack Studley of Boston Hockey Now reports.

Poitras was elbowed by Braeden Bowman during this game, which resulted in a major penalty and game misconduct for the Vegas forward. Head coach Marco Sturm should have information to relay on Poitras' status prior to the Bruins' next game, which is Thursday in Pittsburgh.

Groulx was placed on waivers Monday, according to Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Groulx hasn't earned a point in seven NHL appearances with the Maple Leafs this campaign, but he has posted four shots on net, three blocked shots and 12 hits. If he clears waivers, he will likely head to AHL Toronto.

Sourdif scored a goal on two shots and added three hits in Sunday's 5-1 loss to the Wild.

Sourdif has two points over four games since he returned from an illness. The 24-year-old center was on a line with Alex Ovechkin and Anthony Beauvillier for Sunday's contest. The Capitals' forward lines are largely fluid in role with the depth of the team's roster. Sourdif has had a somewhat quiet start to the campaign with three points, 11 shots on net and 20 hits across 11 appearances.

Eriksson Ek recorded two assists, including one on the power play, and fired three shots on goal in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Capitals.

Eriksson Ek was able to shake off an injury scare from Thursday's game in time to suit up Sunday. He's earned three goals and four assists during his active five-game point streak, which is his longest of the season. The veteran center is up to five tallies, nine helpers, 53 shots, 20 hits, 10 PIM and a plus-10 rating over 16 contests.

McCarron scored a goal, added three hits and blocked two shots in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Capitals.

McCarron has picked up three points over his last six outings. While he's listed on the second line, he's been under 15 minutes of ice time in four straight games. McCarron has two goals, five helpers, 31 shots on net, 47 hits, 15 blocked shots, 14 PIM and a plus-5 rating over 16 appearances this season. He's a better source of toughness than scoring.

Jarvis logged two assists, three shots on goal, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 7-0 win over the Jets.

Jarvis hasn't shown any rust after his return from shoulder surgery. He's earned multiple points in three of five games, giving him a goal, six helpers, 12 shots on net, seven hits, four blocked shots and a plus-6 rating. He's on the third line, but the Hurricanes' offense runs deep. Trust Jarvis to be an everyday option in fantasy.

Mercer didn't participate in Monday's practice session due to an upper-body injury, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports.

Mercer hasn't yet been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Montreal, but a better idea of his status could come into focus based on whether he participates in Tuesday's morning skate. The 25-year-old has appeared in each of the Jets' first 15 games of the regular season, recording six assists, 13 hits and 10 blocked shots while averaging 15:24 of ice time.

Kotkaniemi scored a goal, blocked two shots and went plus-2 in Sunday's 7-0 win over the Jets.

Kotkaniemi has two goals over his last four games. He's played more than expected early in 2026-27 due to the Hurricanes' injury issues, but he's been decently productive in a bottom-six role. Kotkaniemi is up to four goals, three assists, 14 shots on net, 15 hits and a plus-7 rating over 14 appearances. He's two points shy of matching his total from 42 regular-season outings last year.

Rodrigues (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against Edmonton, per Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Rodrigues missed Monday's practice due to an illness. If he can't play against the Oilers on Tuesday, New Jersey may dress seven blueliners or recall a forward from the minors. Rodrigues has two goals, five points, 17 shots on net, five blocked shots and 20 hits in 14 appearances this season.

Kulich (concussion) is expected to return to the lineup against Ottawa on Wednesday, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.

After missing the last four games with a concussion, Kulich fully participated in Monday's practice. He is projected to play on the top line against the Senators. Kulich has one goal, two assists, nine shots on net, three blocked shots and seven hits in eight appearances this season.