NHL Player News

Couturier scored a goal on three shots and added two PIM in Monday's 5-4 shootout loss to the Golden Knights.

Couturier has scored in back-to-back games for his first goals since his hat trick Oct. 26 versus the Wild. While his offense hasn't been consistent in November, the 31-year-old has seen top-line minutes after having his workload managed in October. For the season, Couturier is at five goals, six helpers, 44 shots on net, 19 hits, 16 blocked shots and a minus-5 rating through 21 outings. He's had too many injuries over the last few years, so a return to his former 70-point form is unlikely, but he could push for 40-50 points if he stays healthy.

Thompson (lower body) is expected to be activated from injured reserve ahead of his return to the lineup against Minnesota on Wednesday, per Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News.

Thompson declared himself good to go following Tuesday's practice. After missing the last five games, he will return to the top line and first power-play unit. Thompson has produced 11 goals, 18 points and 51 shots on net in 16 appearances this season.

Dorofeyev scored a power-play goal on four shots in Monday's 5-4 shootout win over the Flyers.

Dorofeyev is up to five goals over 11 contests in November, though he also has a minus-9 rating and 32 shots on net. The 24-year-old winger has done well in a middle-six role, but he's been just moderately consistent, so his fantasy utility may be limited in shallow formats. He's at 11 goals, three assists, 64 shots and a minus-6 rating over 22 games this season.

Palmieri scored a goal in Monday's 4-2 loss to the Islanders.

Palmieri has found the back of the net in consecutive games for the first time since doing it on a back-to-back against the Devils and Panthers on Oct. 25 and Oct. 26, respectively. He's up to 10 goals this season, and while the lack of game-to-game production could be an issue, Palmieri has found ways to remain productive in fantasy. He's up to six goals and 12 assists in 12 appearances this month.

Meyers was reassigned to AHL Coachella Valley on Tuesday.

Meyers' demotion comes after he was a healthy scratch versus the Ducks on Tuesday. Even when he has gotten into the Kraken's lineup, the youngster has seen minimal opportunities, averaging just 7:56 of ice time. Still, Meyers could be brought back up to serve as an emergency depth option for Wednesday's clash with Anaheim.

Larkin scored a goal in Monday's 4-2 win over the Islanders.

Larkin found the back of the net midway through the third period, and that goal would spark the Red Wings' comeback. This was Larkin's 12th goal of the campaign, and the star center is now riding a five-game point streak, posting three goals and three assists in that stretch.

Dowling scored an empty-net goal on two shots in Monday's 5-2 win over the Predators.

Dowling still played a team-low 9:25, but he was able to provide an extra layer of security with his empty-netter. The goal was his first since Jan. 25. The 34-year-old has picked up two points, seven shots on net, 12 hits and a minus-2 rating over 12 appearances in a fourth-line role this season.

Duchene logged two assists and two shots on goal in Monday's 6-4 loss to the Hurricanes.

Over the last seven games, Duchene has logged four multi-point efforts and compiled four goals and six assists. The 33-year-old is centering the Stars' second line, and that's been the team's best trio for a large portion of the season. He's up to 25 points (11 goals, 14 helpers), 35 shots on net, 13 hits and a plus-10 rating through 20 outings. A 31.4 shooting percentage is unsustainable, but there's no reason to think Duchene's production will completely crater given his chemistry with Tyler Seguin and Mason Marchment.

Chytil (upper body) will travel with the team on its upcoming two-game road trip to Carolina and Philadelphia, Vince Z. Mercogliano of USA Today reports.

Chytil has missed five consecutive games due to the injury. Head coach Peter Laviolette classified Chytil as day-to-day, so the 25-year-old's status for Wednesday's matchup with the Hurricanes remains unclear. Chytil has generated four goals, five assists and a plus-11 rating over 15 appearances.

Necas scored a goal on three shots, added an assist and logged two hits in Monday's 6-4 win over the Stars.

Both of Necas' points came on the power play. He had gone three games without a goal prior to Monday. He's earned nine points over his last five outings and is up to 12 goals, 35 points (16 on the power play), 51 shots on net and a plus-8 rating through 21 appearances this season.