NHL Player News

Hryckowian was reassigned to AHL Texas on Tuesday.

Hryckowian didn't play during his recent stint in the NHL but could still be recalled to serve as an emergency depth option ahead of Wednesday's clash with the Kings. Until Tyler Seguin (lower body) is ready to return, the Stars may continue to move Hryckowian up and down between levels to be available as needed.

Glass (concussion) will not be available against the Panthers on Tuesday, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff relays.

Glass participated in Tuesday morning's optional skate, but he's considered day-to-day at this time. The Manitoba native has not suited up since Nov. 7 against the Hurricanes. Glass should retain a spot in the bottom six once given the all-clear.

Matthews scored a goal on three shots and added three hits, two PIM, one blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 4-1 win over Chicago.

The 27-year-old superstar opened the scoring late in the first period, converting a slick feed from William Nylander that left Matthews all alone in front of Arvid Soderblom. It was Matthews' first goal, and third point, in two appearances since returning from a nine-game absence due to an upper-body injury. He has six goals and 14 points in 15 contests on the season.

Schmaltz scored a goal in Monday's 2-1 loss to Dallas.

Schmaltz found the back of the net 6:57 into the third period to deny Casey DeSmith the possibility of a shutout. Still, the goal wasn't enough to mount a comeback. Schmaltz has scored three goals in his last two outings after failing to net a single marker across his first 23 appearances of the campaign, though he did deliver 17 assists in that stretch.

Hughes scored two goals, one on the power play, and he added an assist with the man advantage in Monday's 5-1 win over the Rangers.

He also fired a game-high eight shots on net with a plus-2 rating. All of Hughes' scoring came in the second period, and the 23-year-old center has reeled off three straight multi-point efforts. On the season, Hughes has delivered 33 points (11 goals, 22 helpers) in 28 contests, tying him with Mitch Marner for 10th in the NHL scoring race.

Lauko (lower body) was placed on injured reserve by Minnesota on Tuesday.

Lauko's timeline doesn't change with his move to IR, though it does officially rule him out against the Canucks on Tuesday. Considering the 24-year-old winger was mired in an 11-game pointless streak prior to getting hurt, few fantasy players figure to be impacted by his continued absence. Recently recalled Liam Ohgren could get an opportunity to play while Lauko is shelved -- though Ben Jones has been benefitting most from Lauko's injury thus far.

Colton (foot) was placed on long-term injured reserve Monday, per PuckPedia.

This transaction allows Colorado to add Colton's $4 million annual salary as cap space. Colton resumed skating last week, and head coach Jared Bednar said the forward could be available at some point during the club's upcoming five-game road trip. The 28-year-old Colton accumulated eight goals and an assist over 10 appearances before getting injured.

Helenius was assigned to AHL Ontario on Monday.

Helenius has made nine appearances for the Kings this year, logging two assists and 31 hits while averaging 8:19 of ice time. He was sent down in mid-November in what turned out to be a paper transaction, and it's possible that he also rejoins the NHL club ahead of the Kings' matchup against the Stars on Wednesday.

Burke was assigned to AHL Henderson on Monday.

Burke was called up by the Golden Knights on Nov. 19 and spent nearly two weeks in the NHL. Over six appearances with Vegas, he logged a goal and three blocked shots while averaging 11:04 of ice time. He should see more consistent opportunities to contribute in the AHL but will be available to provide additional depth for the Golden Knights if they need it later this year.

Seguin (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Monday.

The move is retroactive to Dec. 1, meaning Seguin will miss at least the next four games, starting with Monday's matchup versus Utah. The 32-year-old forward has been managing a lower-body issue this season, and it will keep him on the shelf for the next little while, per Sam Nestler of DLLS Stars. Seguin has nine goals, 20 points and 43 shots on net through 19 appearances this season. Logan Stankoven (lower body) will replace Seguin in Monday's lineup.