NHL Player News

Nyquist scored a goal Monday in a 3-2 OT loss to Tampa Bay.

Nyquist has three goals and two assists in his last five games after starting the season pointless in four games. The now 35-year-old caught lightning in a bottle last season with a career 75-point season, including 52 assists. It's almost impossible for him to replicate that effort, both because of age and the decreased opportunity that comes with a deeper forward corps in Nashville, but Nyquist will provide you with fantasy depth and maybe his fifth 50-point season.

Stamkos picked up two assists Monday in a 3-2 overtime loss to Tampa Bay.

It was Stammer's first trip back to face the team that drafted him, and it was an emotional one. During a break in the action, the Lightning played a tribute video and fans and the entire Bolts' team and staff stood and applauded a visibly emotional Stamkos. He's had a slow start to 2024-25 -- the assists were his first of the season, and he only has three points in nine games. Stick with him -- he'll deliver soon enough. Transitioning to a new team is never easy.

Scheifele scored a goal and added an assist in Monday's 6-4 loss to Toronto.

Scheifele has six goals and six assists, along with 23 shots, in his first nine games. He's the heartbeat of the Jets and a big reason they won their first eight games. Scheifele is on pace for his best season ever -- he delivered 84 points, including 38 goals, in 2018-19. And his 42 goals in 2022-23 is his high-water mark for snipes. Three words: set and forget.

Tavares scored a hat trick Monday in a 6-4 win over Winnipeg.

It was his fourth hattie as a Leaf and 12th of his career, and his first goal was NHL point No. 1,047 for him, passing Henri Richard for 79th in NHL history. Tavares has taken a lot of heat from fans and Toronto media for his visible drop in foot speed and productivity, but this was a statement game for the former captain, who's riding a five-game, seven-point streak (three goals, four assists). Tavares centered Max Pacioretty and William Nylander on the second line and the trio looked sharp Monday. That's a hopeful sign for the Leafs and fantasy managers.

McDavid will not return to Monday's matchup versus Columbus due to a lower-body injury, according to Bob Stauffer of the Oilers Radio Network.

McDavid played just one shift before exiting Monday's road game. The Oilers continue their road trip Thursday when they visit the Predators, so expect an update on McDavid's status to come before then.

Glass (illness) is slated to return to action for Tuesday's game against the Wild, Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff reports.

Glass left Friday's game against Edmonton due to his illness and was unavailable for Saturday's matchup against Vancouver. However, he operated as the fourth-line center during Monday's practice session, signaling that he should be available moving forward. Over nine appearances this season, the 25-year-old has logged three assists, six hits and four blocked shots while averaging 11:40 of ice time.

Barkov (lower body) will return to the lineup Monday against Buffalo, according to Doug Plagens of the Panthers Radio Network.

Following an eight-game absence, Barkov will return to the top line and first power-play unit. He has produced one assist, two shots on goal, three blocked shots and one hit in two appearances this season. Barkov's return will make Adam Boqvist a healthy scratch versus the Sabres.

Gaudette was assigned to AHL Belleville on Monday.

Gaudette has two goals, one assist, seven shots on net and eight hits in seven games this season. With Shane Pinto (undisclosed) unavailable and David Perron's (personal) status unclear, Gaudette will probably return to the big club before Tuesday's matchup versus St. Louis.

Rempe was recalled from AHL Hartford on Monday.

Rempe was sent to the AHL on Thursday but will rejoin the Rangers after a brief stint in the minors. The 22-year-old has appeared in just two NHL games to begin the season, recording five hits and a blocked shot while averaging 5:39 of ice time.

Condotta was loaned to AHL Laval on Monday.

Condotta spent the last few days with the Canadiens but didn't make any appearances with the NHL club. He'll now head back to the minors, where he should have more consistent opportunities to make an impact.