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Myers scored a goal and added two PIM in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Jets.

Myers took a penalty in the first period, but the Canucks were able to kill it off. He made up for that mistake by picking off a pass and slotting home a backhanded shot for the game-tying goal at 14:19 of the second period. The defenseman has two points over seven games since the All-Star break, and he's now at four goals and 20 points through 56 outings overall. Myers has added 56 shots on net, 59 PIM, 84 hits and 103 blocked shots while playing in a bottom-four role.

Schmidt recorded an assist and four PIM in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Canucks.

Schmidt endured a six-game drought from Jan. 20 to Feb. 8, but he's now earned an assist in two of the last three contests. The 32-year-old defenseman remains in a steady third-pairing role this season. He's up to nine points, 50 shots on net, 60 blocked shots, 38 hits, 12 PIM and a plus-6 rating over 46 outings.

Pionk notched a power-play assist, two shots on goal, two blocked shots and two PIM in Saturday's 4-2 win over the Canucks.

Pionk helped out on Gabriel Vilardi's first tally of the game. This was Pionk's second straight game with an assist, though he went six contests without a point prior to his recent success. The 28-year-old won't always have consistent offense, but he usually adds steady non-scoring production. He's at 20 points, 99 shots on net, 137 hits, 65 blocked shots, 41 PIM and a plus-9 rating over 52 appearances this season in a top-four role.

Lindstrom posted an assist, two blocked shots and two PIM in Saturday's 9-2 loss to the Maple Leafs.

Lindstrom earned his first point as a Duck on Ryan Strome's third-period tally. This was Lindstrom's eighth appearance since he was claimed off waivers from the Canadiens. The 25-year-old defenseman was initially limited to a third-pairing role, but he's played alongside Cam Fowler at even strength over the last two games. Lindstrom has five points, 19 shots on net, 28 blocked shots, 19 hits and a plus-5 rating through 22 outings this season.

Montour had an even-strength goal and two power-play assists in a 9-2 win over Tampa Bay on Saturday.

Montour scored the Panthers' first goal when his point shot deflected off Bolts' defender Emil Martinsen Lilleberg during the first period. Montour hasn't been able to replicate his outstanding 2022-23 season, but he does have four points in his last three games. He has also picked up nine of his 15 points on the man advantage. If he can build off Saturday's performance, Montour could be in store for a strong finish to the campaign.

Luneau (knee) will likely not play again during 2023-24, Patrick Present of The Hockey News reports.

Luneau was forced to miss the World Junior Championship due to a knee infection, and the recovery from that has prevented him from reporting to the QMJHL The Ducks are more interested in getting the 20-year-old defenseman to 100 percent for 2024-25, so shutting him down makes sense. He'll likely have a good chance to make the Ducks' roster out of training camp in the fall after logging three points over seven NHL appearances this season.

Lagesson (upper body) will miss time with the injury he sustained Saturday versus the Ducks, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

The Maple Leafs' already shaky defensive depth will be tested further with this news. Lagesson could be a candidate for injured reserve to free up a roster spot in the coming days, though it's unclear who will take his place in the lineup.

Jokiharju scored a goal and added an assist in a 3-2 overtime win over Minnesota on Saturday.

Jokiharju completed Buffalo's comeback with the overtime winner just 1:29 into the extra frame. His big multi-point performance snapped a 24-game scoreless drought and a 31-game goalless slump. He doesn't put up many points, but his plus-9 rating is second-best on the team. His stability helps the Sabres, but he is better off left on the waiver wire in fantasy leagues.

Lagesson (upper body) won't return to Saturday's game versus the Ducks.

Lagesson was hurt in the first period, though the specifics of his injury are not clear. The Maple Leafs are already short on the blue line with Morgan Rielly (suspension), Mark Giordano (personal) and Conor Timmins (illness) all unavailable. It's unclear if Lagesson will be able to play Monday versus the Blues.

Clarke score the overtime winner and added an assist in Saturday's 5-4 victory over the Bruins.

The rookie blueliner was in the right place at the right time to score his first career NHL goal, stepping out of the penalty box and converting a breakaway on Linus Ullmark with just 27 seconds left in OT. Clarke is up to four points in eight games for the Kings this season, as he's had trouble keeping a regular spot in the lineup when he's been up with the big club. Saturday's performance could propel him into consistent ice time.