NHL Player News

Carlson (upper body) won't play against New Jersey on Saturday, according to Sammi Silber of The Hockey News.

Carlson's five-game scoring streak will be interrupted as a result of his injury. He has four goals and 14 points in 17 appearances this season. Trevor van Riemsdyk might draw into the lineup Saturday after being a healthy scratch in Washington's previous two games.

Gudas (lower body) was activated from injured reserve but won't suit up Saturday versus the Wild, per Alexis Downie of Ducks Stream.

Gudas must be healthy enough to play to be activated, but the Ducks will give Ian Moore at least one more chance in the lineup. Once he checks back in, Gudas is likely to occupy a bottom-four role.

Pesce (upper body) was moved from regular IR to long-term injured reserve Saturday, per PuckPedia.

Pesce hasn't played since Oct. 26, and he's not believed to be close to returning, so his timetable hasn't necessarily changed. The Devils do gain some cap flexibility by putting him on LTIR. Pesce has three assists, two PIM, four hits and 24 blocks in nine appearances this year.

Middleton (illness) is good to play Saturday versus Anaheim, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

Middleton was initially considered doubtful for the game, but it seems he'll be in the lineup after all. He's projected to serve on the second pairing alongside Jared Spurgeon. Middleton has an assist, 26 hits and 29 blocks in 16 appearances this year.

Carlo (lower body) won't play against Chicago on Saturday, according to Mark Masters of TSN.

Carlo is day-to-day and will miss at least one game. He has produced two assists, 23 shots on goal, 34 blocked shots and 12 hits through 18 outings this campaign. Philippe Myers will replace Carlo in Saturday's lineup.

Hedman (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's game against Florida, per Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times.

Hedman also missed Wednesday's 7-3 loss to the Rangers. He has 12 assists in 15 appearances this year. With Ryan McDonagh (undisclosed) also out, Tampa Bay is down to six healthy blueliners on the active roster, so Darren Raddysh will probably serve on the third pairing instead of acting as the seventh defenseman. Tampa Bay dressing 12 forwards should also result in Jakob Pelletier making his season debut.

Jensen (upper body) is expected to play against the Kings on Saturday.

After leaving Thursday's 5-3 win over Boston early due to an injury, it appears Jensen won't miss additional action. He participated in Friday's practice and Saturday's morning skate, paving the way for him to remain in the lineup. Jensen has supplied one goal, three assists, 13 shots on net, 20 blocked shots and 17 hits across 18 appearances this season.

Bayreuther was loaned to AHL Chicago on Saturday.

In a corresponding move, the Hurricanes brought up forward Bradly Nadeau from the minors. Bayreuther has been a healthy scratch in Carolina's last four games. He has notched three goals and three assists in nine AHL outings this campaign.

Stecher was claimed off waivers by Toronto from Edmonton on Saturday, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.

Stecher had no points, eight PIM, three shots, two hits and three blocks in six outings with Edmonton this season before being put on waivers. Stecher might see time on the third pairing in Toronto, but it wouldn't be surprising if he ends up being a frequent healthy scratch.

Mitchell was reassigned to AHL Bridgeport on Saturday.

Mitchell was a healthy scratch in two games after being summoned from the minors. The defenseman has yet to make his NHL debut. He had three assists in 12 AHL games before his recall. Scott Mayfield (personal) could return against Colorado on Sunday after the birth of his first child, and Mitchel's demotion opens a roster spot.