NHL Player News

Zub (knee) isn't expected to be ready for Ottawa's season opener in Toronto on Oct. 3, per TSN 1200 Ottawa on Wednesday.

Zub had five goals, 30 points, 57 PIM, 66 hits and 120 blocks in 81 regular-season appearances with Ottawa in 2025-26. It remains to be seen how long he will be on the shelf for, but he has been out since April 18. He missed Ottawa's final three playoff games because of the injury.

Sanderson didn't skate Wednesday due to a minor undisclosed issue, Claire Hanna of TSN reports.

Head coach Travis Green hesitated to label the reason for Sanderson's absence as an injury, so fantasy managers likely shouldn't worry. Sanderson isn't expected to play in either of Wednesday's split-squad preseason games against Toronto. Still, it wouldn't be surprising if he was fine for the start of the 2026-27 campaign.

Spence is dealing with a minor injury that will sideline him for Wednesday's matchups with Toronto, Claire Hanna of TSN reports.

Spence saw action in 73 regular-season tilts last year in which he set new personal bests in both goals (seven) and points (31) while averaging a career-high 18:44 of ice time. It certainly doesn't sound like the 25-year-old blueliner will miss the season opener against the Maple Leafs on Oct. 3.

Sergachev registered two assists in a 6-3 exhibition win over Los Angeles on Tuesday.

Sergachev had 10 goals and 59 points in 78 regular-season appearances in 2025-26. That marked his second straight 50-plus-point campaign, and the third time he has reached that milestone in the past four years. The exception was 2023-24 when he was limited to 34 regular-season appearances. Sergachev is expected to be a great source of offense again in 2026-27, especially on the power play.

Orlov registered an assist in a 2-1 shootout loss to Vegas in Tuesday's preseason action.

Orlov's helper came off Michael Misa's power-play goal. The 35-year-old Orlov set a career high with 37 points in 82 regular-season appearances with San Jose in 2025-26, largely due to his 18 power-play points. Orlov might retain his spot on the Sharks' top power-play unit when the 2026-27 campaign starts, but he'd be occupying that role because San Jose lacks good options. If Sam Dickinson develops as hoped, then he might snatch that job away from Orlov. Jacob Trouba and Luca Cagnoni might also get looks on the top power-play unit.

Chabot (personal) rejoined the Senators for Wednesday's morning skate, per TSN 1200 Ottawa.

Chabot missed Monday's preseason opener to be with his wife as they get ready to welcome the birth of their first child. He had seven goals, 31 points, 22 PIM, 36 hits and 111 blocks in 57 regular-season appearances with Ottawa in 2025-26. He's expected to serve in a top-four capacity again this campaign.

Gleason has been released by Dallas from his professional tryout agreement, and he signed an AHL contract with Texas on Wednesday.

Gleason had two goals and 22 points in 59 regular-season appearances with AHL Iowa in 2025-26. As a free agent regarding NHL eligibility, the 28-year-old defenseman cannot be called up unless he signs a two-way contract.

The Rangers announced Wednesday that Iorio (lower body) is considered day-to-day, Colin Stephenson of Newsday reports.

Iorio suffered his lower-body injury during Monday's preseason loss to New Jersey, but he doesn't appear to be facing a long-term absence due to the issue. It's not yet clear whether he'll suit up for either of the Rangers' final two preseason games. However, he could be ready for the start of the regular season. Whether he'll begin the year in the NHL or AHL remains to be seen.

Lamoureux sustained an apparent upper-body injury in Tuesday's preseason game versus the Kings, Cole Bagley of KSL Sports reports.

There was no update available on Lamoureux's status after the contest. The 22-year-old defenseman was likely on the fringe of the roster anyway, but if the injury is serious, his season debut for AHL Tucson may be delayed.

Samuelsson (undisclosed) was injured in Tuesday's preseason game versus the Blue Jackets, and he'll be evaluated further Wednesday, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports.

Samuelsson was injured on a blocked shot in the second period. The 26-year-old defenseman's status should be updated prior to Thursday's preseason contest against the Red Wings, but expect the Sabres to be cautious with Samuelsson prior to the regular season.