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Clarke logged a power-play assist, four shots on goal and two hits in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Sabres.

Clarke played in consecutive games for the first time this season, and he also earned his first helper in five NHL appearances on the year. The 20-year-old will likely still need to compete with Jordan Spence for playing time, though Clarke has a more promising long-term outlook. Clarke is at one assist, a minus-4 rating, 12 shots on net and six blocked shots this season.

Roy notched an assist, two shots on goal, three blocked shots and two PIM in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Sabres.

Roy missed Monday's game versus the Sharks to welcome his child into the world, and he got on the scoresheet in his return to action. The defenseman has five points over 11 outings this month, providing solid offense in addition to his steady defense from the second pairing. He's at 14 points, 87 shots on net, 101 blocked shots, 72 hits, 18 PIM and a plus-6 rating through 44 contests overall.

Doughty posted an assist and three hits in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Sabres.

Doughty had gone eight games without an assist, but he had four goals in that span to maintain steady offense. The 34-year-old hasn't seen his production dip too much amid the Kings' month-long slump as a team. The defenseman has 25 points, 80 shots on net, 87 blocked shots, 61 hits, 28 PIM and a plus-9 rating over 45 outings while continuing to see a massive role in all situations.

Johnson logged an assist and two shots on goal in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Kings.

Johnson has four helpers over his last five games, and he's played in seven straight contests. The 22-year-old blueliner remains primarily in a third-pairing role with minimal power-play time, so he has little fantasy appeal. He's racked up six helpers, 25 shots on net, 29 blocked shots and a plus-4 rating through 29 appearances as a rookie this season. With Erik Johnson (upper body) and Mattias Samuelsson (undisclosed) ailing, Johnson should at least maintain steady playing time in the short term.

Hughes notched a pair of assists and three shots on goal in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Blues.

Hughes helped out on the first and third Vancouver goals of the game. His second assist gave him 300 career points (38 goals, 262 assists), a milestone that's taken him a mere 331 games to achieve. The 24-year-old has a goal and seven assists during a five-game point streak, and he's at 59 points, 116 shots on net, 35 blocked shots and a plus-35 rating through 48 contests overall.

Leddy notched an assist and three shots on goal in Wednesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Canucks.

Leddy set up Brayden Schenn's game-winning goal in overtime. After a 10-game dry spell from Dec. 16 through Jan. 9, Leddy has compiled seven assists over his last seven contests. The 32-year-old blueliner is up to 17 points, 46 shots on net, 64 blocked shots and a plus-9 rating through 46 outings. With a strong second half, he could challenge for his first 30-point campaign since 2020-21.

Roy (personal) is expected to play Wednesday versus the Sabres, Austin Stanovich of The Hockey News reports.

Roy missed Monday's game to attend the birth of his child, but he'll be back after the short absence. The 28-year-old should slot into his usual second-pairing role while Jordan Spence is expected to be scratched.

Samuelsson (undisclosed) is banged up and won't play versus the Kings on Wednesday, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.

Samuelsson is not 100 percent, as he's set to sit out for the third time in five games. Jacob Bryson will replace Samuelsson in the lineup. It's unclear if the Sabres will opt to let Samuelsson rest against the Sharks on Saturday, the team's last game before the All-Star break.

Kemp was recalled from AHL Bakersfield on Wednesday.

Kemp's reassignment Tuesday appears to have been a paper move. The 24-year-old will serve as a depth defenseman during his stay with the big club.

Morrissey (lower body) won't return to Wednesday's game versus the Maple Leafs.

Morrissey was injured blocking a shot late in the first period. The Jets have just one game left before the bye week, which is a rematch Saturday versus Toronto. It's unclear if Morrissey will be available for that game.