NHL Player News

Fabbro (lower body) won't return to Saturday's game versus the Penguins.

Fabbro was hurt in the first period and was unable to get back into action. If he misses time, it'll open the door for Jake Christiansen to pick up minutes on a blue line that's suddenly collecting injuries. The Blue Jackets' next game is Tuesday at home versus the Senators.

Peeke (lower body) will miss Saturday's game in Chicago.

Peeke sustained the injury during Thursday's 4-2 win over Seattle. He has four goals and nine points in 48 outings in 2025-26. His exit will coincide with Hampus Lindholm's (lower body) return.

Brzustewicz notched three assists in OHL London's 5-4 win over Owen Sound on Saturday.

The defenseman has earned a goal and five assists over his last three games. That matches his point total from the previous 10 contests. Brzustewicz has put together an acceptable season with 26 points, 131 shots on net, 43 PIM and a minus-15 rating over 34 appearances. Considering London has had a decent season, Brzustewicz's heavily negative plus-minus rating is a concern for his defensive skills. However, he projects to be more of a stay-at-home type once he reaches the professional ranks.

Mateychuk (upper body) is not expected to play Saturday versus the Penguins, Jeff Svoboda of the Blue Jackets' official site reports.

Mateychuk didn't practice Friday, so it tracks that he won't be in the lineup Saturday for this one-off road game. The Blue Jackets are home for the following five games, which could give Mateychuk the time needed to practice and return to game fitness if his injury is a short-term one.

Lindholm (undisclosed) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.

Boston assigned Billy Sweezey to AHL Providence in a corresponding move. Following a six-game absence, Lindholm appears ready to return to the lineup against Chicago on Saturday. He has provided three goals, 14 points, 60 shots on net and 59 blocked shots across 34 outings this season.

Sweezey was reassigned to AHL Providence on Saturday.

Sweezey didn't end up playing for Boston during his NHL stint. He has a goal, 11 points and 33 PIM in 34 appearances with Providence in 2025-26.

Gostisbehere (lower body) is expected to miss Saturday's game in New Jersey, per Mike Morreale of NHL.com.

Gostisbehere was also absent for Friday's 9-1 win over Florida. He has six goals and 32 points in 35 appearances in 2025-26. His next opportunity to return will come Monday against Buffalo.

Mackey was reassigned to AHL Hartford on Saturday.

Mackey was a healthy scratch for Saturday's 6-3 win over Philadelphia after being recalled from the minors Friday. He still hasn't played yet in the NHL this season, but he has two goals, seven points and 54 PIM in 32 outings with Hartford in 2025-26.

Ristolainen (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.

Ristolainen missed his third straight game against Buffalo on Saturday. He also won't be available for Philadelphia's upcoming three-game road trip, which begins Monday versus Vegas, but it's unclear when he will be ready to return to the lineup. He has three assists, 24 shots on goal, 24 blocked shots and 16 hits in 13 appearances this season.

Englund was reassigned to AHL Milwaukee on Saturday.

After being recalled from the minors, Englund was a healthy scratch in Friday's 7-3 win over Colorado. He hasn't seen any NHL action yet during the 2025-26 campaign. Englund has two goals, four assists and 44 PIM in 30 AHL outings this season.