NHL Player News

Norris (undisclosed) won't play Tuesday versus the Oilers.

Norris was in warmups and expected to play, but he ultimately was scratched right before puck drop. It's a tough break for the oft-injured 26-year-old, though the team has not revealed the reason for his absence. Tyson Kozak will move up to the second line to cover Norris' absence.

Catton (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Catton was deemed week-to-week as of Monday, so his placement on injured reserve is no surprise. Ben Meyers was called up from AHL Coachella Valley to occupy the open roster spot. Catton was reportedly in contention for a World Juniors roster spot with Team Canada, but this injury will likely also keep him out of that tournament.

Meyers was recalled from AHL Coachella Valley on Tuesday.

Meyers will take the roster spot of Berkly Catton (upper body), who is out on a week-to-week basis. In nine appearances with the Kraken this year, Meyers has earned three assists, eight shots on net and 14 hits while averaging 9:39 of ice time. The 27-year-old will be a candidate for fourth-line minutes.

Kotkaniemi (lower body) won't play Tuesday versus the Blue Jackets, Walt Ruff of the Hurricanes' official site reports.

Kotkaniemi played in two games after returning from an ankle injury, but he's sustained another issue that will force him to miss time. Mark Jankowski is back in the lineup as the fourth-line center and will likely stay in that role while Kotkaniemi is again on the mend.

McMann was suspended one game Tuesday for high-sticking Oliver Bjorkstrand in Monday's contest versus the Lightning.

McMann will be out Thursday versus the Sharks and will return versus the Oilers on Saturday. His absence will open the door for Nicholas Robertson or Matias Maccelli to get back in the lineup.

Sissons (illness) will return to the lineup against the Islanders on Tuesday, per SinBin Vegas.

Sissons will return to action after missing the last two games. He has contributed one goal, two assists, 21 shots on net, 12 blocked shots and 28 hits through 24 appearances this season. Brandon Saad will be a healthy scratch to make room for the return of Sissons.

James (undisclosed) won't play against Montreal on Tuesday, Benjamin Pierce of the Lightning's official site reports.

James will miss his second straight game, and it's unclear when he will be ready to return to the lineup. He has provided two goals, three assists, 20 shots on net and 28 hits through 19 outings this campaign.

Douglas (undisclosed) will play Tuesday versus the Canadiens, Benjamin Pierce of the Lightning's official site reports.

Douglas will return from a one-game absence to fill a fourth-line role. Based on his typical usage, he likely will see about five minutes of ice time while serving as an enforcer.

Eller (undisclosed) will return to the lineup against New Jersey on Tuesday, according to Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia.

Following a two-game absence, Eller will occupy a fourth-line role against the Devils. He has chipped in two goals, six points, 24 shots on net, 16 blocked shots and 19 hits across 26 appearances this season.

Brindley (lower body) was activated from injured reserve Tuesday.

Following a nine-game absence, Brindley will be available to return to the lineup against Nashville on Tuesday. He has collected four goals, seven points, 22 shots on net and 19 hits in 18 games this season. Brindley could have an increased role in Tuesday's matchup if Martin Necas (illness) is unavailable.