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Pietrangelo posted an assist in Tuesday's 3-1 win over the Oilers.

Pietrangelo has six helpers over his last eight contests, though Tuesday marked the first time he's gotten on the scoresheet in consecutive contests since Dec. 10-12. The 34-year-old blueliner set up Nicolas Roy's tally in the first period. Pietrangelo has two goals, 21 assists, 107 shots on net, 107 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating through 46 outings as Vegas' top overall defenseman this season.

Byram notched an assist in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Devils.

Byram snapped a seven-game point drought with the helper. That span also includes his eight-game absence due to a lower-body injury. The defenseman has primarily played on the third pairing since his return -- Samuel Girard has been more effective while on the second pairing. Byram has 13 points, 52 shots on net, 58 blocked shots, 45 hits, 34 PIM and a minus-4 rating through a career-high 43 outings this season, though he's had no power-play production and could see his spot on the second unit in danger if that doesn't change.

Girard scored a goal on two shots and blocked two shots in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Devils.

Girard's tally was his first since Nov. 15. He picked up nine assists over his 15 contests between goals, a span that also includes his stint in the Player Assistance Program. The defenseman has been steady in a top-four role lately, giving him appeal in deeper fantasy formats despite his limited power-play opportunities on the second unit. Girard is up to 13 points, 36 shots on net, 33 hits, 60 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating through 30 outings.

Makar scored a goal on six shots and blocked three shots in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Devils.

Makar extended his point streak to eight games (four goals, eight assists) with his third-period tally. The 25-year-old defenseman helped the Avalanche push for a comeback, but they faltered late in the contest. Makar is in the midst of another excellent season with 13 goals, 60 points, 144 shots on net, 86 blocked shots and a plus-11 rating through 46 appearances. He's reached the 60-point mark in three straight campaigns.

Bahl produced an assist, two shots on goal and two PIM in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Avalanche.

Bahl has warmed up a bit lately, earning three helpers over his last six outings, though he's also gone minus-1 in that span. The 23-year-old defenseman has seen top-four minutes as the Devils deal with a handful of injuries on the blue line, but Bahl remains more of a physical presence. For the season, he's managed eight assists, 40 shots on net, 39 PIM, 86 hits, 57 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating through a career-high 48 games.

Nemec notched an assist and two PIM in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Avalanche.

Since the start of January, Nemec has a goal and eight assists over 13 contests. The defenseman had a shot tipped in by Chris Tierney in the first period of Tuesday's win. Nemec has slotted right into a top-four role as a rookie, earning 14 points, 33 shots on net, 44 blocked shots, 12 PIM and a minus-6 rating over 27 appearances. With Dougie Hamilton (pectoral) out for at least another six weeks, Nemec should continue to see big minutes and power-play time.

Marino scored a goal and blocked five shots in Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Avalanche.

Marino was a key player at both ends of the ice, providing his usual solid defense. He was able to finish off a play at 17:43 of the third period for the decisive tally, his first game-winning goal since 2020-21. The 26-year-old has four tallies this season, three of which have come over his last nine contests. Marino is at 16 points, 41 shots on net, 64 blocked shots and a minus-9 rating through 48 appearances.

Miromanov (undisclosed) was activated from long-term injured reserve Tuesday, per CapFriendly.

Miromanov was recalled from his conditioning stint with AHL Henderson on Sunday, so this move was inevitable. The 26-year-old was a healthy scratch versus the Oilers on Tuesday. He may compete with Kaedan Korczak for playing time in the short term, though Miromanov could ultimately settle in as the seventh defenseman since Brayden Pachal was claimed off waivers by the Flames.

Kolyachonok (lower body) was activated from injured reserve and reassigned to AHL Tucson on Tuesday.

Kolyachonok was brought up in November when Arizona's blue line was depleted by injuries, but he also ended up on the shelf. With the team now healthier, Kolyachonok will try to get himself back on track in the AHL.

Zamula (illness) is likely to play in Tuesday's game versus the Panthers, Jackie Spiegel of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Zamula missed the last contest before the All-Star break while ill, but the 23-year-old is apparently fine to return after just the one absence. The Flyers are expected to roll seven defensemen Tuesday, though Zamula figures to see power-play time even if he doesn't get a regular shift at even strength.