NHL Player News

Hughes found the back of the net in a 2-0 victory over Chicago on Monday.

Hughes' tally came early in the first period to increase the Canucks' edge to 2-0. He extended his scoring streak to four games, giving him a goal and six points in that span. Hughes is leading the defensemen scoring race with 12 goals and 57 points across 47 appearances this season.

Doughty netted a power-play goal in a 4-3 shootout loss to San Jose on Monday.

Doughty scored with just 1:58 remaining in the third frame to tie the contest at 3-3 and force overtime. He's provided three goals over his past four games, all with the man advantage. Through 44 appearances in 2023-24, Doughty has 11 tallies and 24 points in 44 games, including 10 power-play points.

Ferraro (undisclosed) will not return to Monday's game against the Kings.

Ferraro took a spill into the boards during the second period and did not come back to the game. The 25-year-old has eight points over his last 13 games, though all of those points came during three multi-point efforts. He'll be in danger of missing some time as the Sharks will be right back in action Tuesday against the Rangers.

Dumba (upper body) will not return to Monday's tilt with the Penguins.

Dumba logged one shot on goal in 7:12 of ice time before suffering an injury. He's been limited to just five points through 44 games this season. An update on his status should be available before Wednesday's game against Florida.

Roy (personal) will not suit up Monday against San Jose, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports.

Roy will be away from the team Monday for the birth of his child. The 28-year-old has 13 points through 43 games this season. His status for Wednesday's game against the Sabres is currently unknown.

Murphy (lower body) was moved to injured reserve Monday, per CapFriendly.

Murphy has now missed four straight games so he'll be eligible to return once healthy, which could be as early as Wednesday in Seattle. He was placed on injured reserve to open a roster spot for Nick Foligno (finger), who is set to return Monday against Vancouver. Murphy has eight points in 43 games this season.

Byram (lower body) was activated from injured reserve Monday, per CapFriendly.

Bryam missed the last eight games but should be ready to suit up Wednesday against the Capitals. The 22-year-old has six goals and 12 points through 39 games this season. He had just two points over an 11-game span prior to his injury.

Hagg was reassigned to AHL San Diego on Monday, per CapFriendly.

Hagg blocked four shots and posted a minus-1 rating during Sunday's loss to the Rangers. He's been held scoreless through four NHL appearances this season. If Ilya Lyubushkin (upper body) is unavailable Tuesday against Buffalo, Hagg could slide back into the lineup.

Forsling (personal) will not play Monday against Nashville, George Richards of Florida Hockey Now reports.

Forsling is away from the team on family leave but is expected to return Wednesday against Arizona. The 27-year-old has seven goals and 19 points through 45 games this season. Josh Mahura will suit up in Forsling's absence Monday.

Xhekaj was brought up from AHL Laval on Monday.

Xhekaj has one goal, two assists, 14 shots on net, 41 hits, 12 blocked shots and 47 PIM in 17 NHL outings this season. He could be back in the lineup Tuesday against Ottawa after Justin Barron was demoted to the minors Monday.