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DeMelo's point drought reached 13 games in Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Blue Jackets.

DeMelo has also been under 20 minutes of ice time in two of the last three games -- the only other time that's happened this year was in a blowout win Opening Night versus the Oilers. The 31-year-old remains firmly in the Jets' top four, but the lack of offense hinders what little fantasy value he has. Overall, he's at three assists, 25 shots on net, 48 hits, 31 blocked shots, 12 PIM and a plus-5 rating over 29 appearances. He topped the 30-point mark with three goals, 28 assists and a career-best plus-46 rating in 82 regular-season outings in 2023-24, so this downturn on offense is disappointing.

Provorov logged an assist and went plus-3 in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Jets.

Provorov ultimately played after being a game-time call with an upper-body injury, which was likely a thumb or hand issue. He saw 23:07 of ice time after exiting Friday's contest early, so it appears whatever the injury is, it's something he can play through for now. Provorov is up to 10 points, 35 shots on net, 35 blocked shots and a plus-6 rating through 27 outings in a top-four role this season.

Jiricek was reassigned to AHL Iowa on Monday.

Jiricek was traded from Columbus to Minnesota on Nov. 30, and he was recalled by the Wild a day later. However, he hasn't yet appeared in a game for the Wild, and he'll head to the minors after Cameron Crotty was recalled Monday.

Trouba is slated to make his team debut during Monday's road game against the Canadiens.

Trouba was traded from the Rangers to the Ducks on Friday, and he'll make his first appearance in his new uniform a few days later. Over 24 appearances with the Rangers to begin the regular season, he recorded six assists, 68 blocked shots and 39 hits while averaging 20:00 of ice time. Trouba is expected to be paired with Cam Fowler during Monday's matchup.

Cholowski registered an assist in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Senators.

Cholowski has three helpers over his last four games, though he was scratched twice in that span. The 26-year-old is competing with Grant Hutton for a spot on the third pairing. Cholowski offers a bit more scoring upside -- he occasionally sees power-play time when in the lineup. He's logged seven points, 16 shots on net, 16 blocked shots and a plus-7 rating over 19 appearances.

Carrier (upper body) is week-to-week after being injured in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Ottawa, Brooks Bratten of the Predators' official site reports Monday.

Carrier has accounted for one goal, six assists, 23 shots on net, 49 blocked shots and 31 hits through 28 appearances this season. Marc Del Gaizo will likely replace Carrier in Tuesday's lineup versus Calgary.

Carrier (undisclosed) missed Monday's practice session, Brooks Bratten of the Predators' official site reports.

Carrier was injured against Ottawa on Saturday and should probably be considered a doubt heading into Tuesday's game versus the Flames. The blueliner isn't exactly known for his offensive upside considering he has just one goal this season and is currently in a 20-game goal drought, during which he's added a mere three helpers. If Carrier is out Tuesday, Adam Wilsby is expected to move up to the top pairing with Roman Josi, while Marc Del Gaizo is likely to enter the lineup.

Dobson recorded two power-play assists in Sunday's 4-2 win over the Senators.

Dobson participated in the build-up of the Islanders' two power-play goals Sunday, scored by Anders Lee and Kyle Palmieri, in the first and third periods, respectively. Dobson has cracked the scoresheet in a season-high four straight games, with one goal and four helpers in that span. This was his third game with multiple assists on the season.

Dahlin (back) is progressing in his recovery and is hoping to play against the Capitals or Maple Leafs on Saturday or Sunday, respectively, Lance Lysowski of The Buffalo News reports.

Based on his timeline, Dahlin will be sidelined for at least the Sabres' next two contests as he works his way back from his back injury. Prior to getting hurt, the 24-year-old blueliner was stuck in a four-game point drought, during which he generated 10 shots on net, four hits and four blocked shots while averaging 24:25 of ice time. Once cleared to return, Dahlin will link back up with the No. 1 power-play unit and should eventually break out of his slump. With Jordan Greenway (undisclosed) likely to be activated ahead of Monday's clash with Detroit, Dahlin may have to be designated for injured reserve in order to clear up a roster spot.

Myers notched an assist, two hits, four blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 4-2 loss to the Lightning.

Myers set up a Kiefer Sherwood tally in the third period. With Filip Hronek (lower body) on the shelf for roughly two months, Myers has taken over on the top pairing alongside Quinn Hughes. That role hasn't led to more offense yet, but Myers should get his looks while seeing time on the second power-play unit. The 34-year-old blueliner is at six points, 26 shots on net, 16 PIM, 27 hits and 50 blocked shots through 26 appearances.