NHL Player News

Boyd was called up from AHL Iowa on Wednesday.

Boyd could get to play during this stint in the NHL, as Joel Eriksson Ek (lower body) is considered week-to-week. If Boyd suits up, he'll likely fill a bottom-six role. He has one hit and two blocked shots over two appearances this season.

Eriksson Ek (undisclosed) is considered week-to-week, the Wild announced Wednesday.

Eriksson Ek was already ruled out for Friday's game against Anaheim, and it seems he'll end up missing more time than that. He has five goals and 13 points in 22 outings in 2024-25. Unless Jakub Lauko (lower body) is ready in time to face the Ducks, Minnesota will need to either recall a forward from the minors or dress 11 forwards and seven defensemen.

Sasson was moved to AHL Abbotsford on Wednesday.

Sasson has two assists in five appearances with Vancouver in 2024-25. His demotion gives Vancouver 11 available forwards unless J.T. Miller (personal) is ready to rejoin the team. It's likely that Vancouver will recall Sasson or another player before Friday's tilt against Columbus.

Lewis (lower body) was designated for injured reserve Wednesday.

Considering Lewis is expected to be out of action for 4-6 weeks, his designation for injured reserve shouldn't come as a surprise. Prior to getting hurt, the veteran winger was mired in an 11-game goal drought, during which he generated a meager eight shots on net to go with two assists. In his absence, Tanner Jeannot, Alex Laferriere or Alex Turcotte could move into a top-six role.

Eriksson Ek (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Anaheim, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

While general manager Bill Guerin ruled Eriksson Ek out for Friday's matchup due to his undisclosed injury that he sustained Tuesday against the Canucks, Guerin isn't worried that the 27-year-old center is facing a long-term absence. While it's not yet clear whether Eriksson Ek will be available for Saturday's game against the Kings, he should be considered day-to-day for now.

Pettersson notched two assists, three shots on goal and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Wild.

Pettersson has earned five multi-point efforts over his last nine games, totaling three goals and 11 helpers in that span. One of his assists Tuesday came on the power play. The 26-year-old center is up to a total of seven goals, 16 helpers, seven power-play points, 47 shots on net, 32 blocked shots, 30 hits and a plus-2 rating over 24 outings this season. He can do better than just achieving a point-per-game pace, but he's made significant progress from how he started the campaign.

Carlsson (upper body) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Golden Knights, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports.

Carlsson continues to deal with an upper-body injury and will be unavailable for a fourth consecutive matchup. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but his next chance to do so will be Friday against the Wild.

Winterton posted an assist in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Hurricanes.

The helper was Winterton's first NHL point, which came in his 13th career game. The 21-year-old forward looks to have a chance to make an impact with the Kraken during the team's road trip, which continues through Sunday. Winterton has added three shots on net, seven hits and a minus-3 rating over four appearances this season.

Zacha scored the game-winning goal and fired two shots on net in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime win over the Red Wings.

Zacha has picked up the pace with three goals and two assists over his last four games. He had come up empty in the six contests before this improved stretch, though the bulk of his offense has come in small bursts this season. The 27-year-old forward is at six goals, 12 points, 61 shots on net and a minus-1 rating through 27 appearances in a top-six role.

Rasmussen notched an assist and four shots on goal in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Bruins.

Rasmussen picked up a point for the third time in four games (one goal, two assists). The 25-year-old looks to be in line for a larger role as long as Patrick Kane (upper body) is on injured reserve. Rasmussen is up to eight points, 22 shots on net and 50 hits over 24 contests, offering some upside as a power winger.