NHL Player News

Vlasic notched two assists, three blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Friday's 6-2 win over the Predators.

Vlasic snapped a 14-game point drought when he set up Frank Nazar's opening goal in the first period. The 23-year-old Vlasic doubled down by setting up Ryan Donato's tally in the final frame. This was Vlasic's first multi-point effort since Dec. 15. The defenseman has already earned a career year, but he's still got some work to do in the consistency department. He's at 19 points, 76 shots on net, 105 blocked shots and a minus-8 rating over 54 contests.

Jones scored a goal on three shots, added an assist, doled out two hits and blocked four shots in Friday's 6-2 win over the Predators.

Jones' pair of points came on the power play -- he and Connor Bedard assisted on each other's tallies. With two goals and four helpers over six outings since he missed a game due to an illness, Jones is in a groove. The 30-year-old defenseman is up to six goals, 26 points, 72 shots on net, 75 blocked shots, 54 hits and a minus-12 rating through 37 appearances. He's earned 14 of his points with the man advantage.

Anderson (finger) won't play Friday versus the Stars, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports.

Anderson is set for his third straight absence due to the injury. He hasn't been ruled out for Saturday's game versus the Ducks, but at this point, it's doubtful the Kings rush him back with a two-week break on the horizon. Brandt Clarke will remain in the lineup in Anderson's absence.

Lyubushkin (undisclosed) is expected to heal from his injury during the 4 Nations Face-Off break, indicating he won't play Saturday versus the Sharks, Stars radio analyst Bruce LeVine reports.

Lyubushkin was already ruled out for Friday's game against the Kings. The 30-year-old will have about two weeks to heal up before the season resumes. Brendan Smith will get a chance to play during Lyubushkin's absence.

Wilsby (upper body) won't be in the lineup Friday versus the Blackhawks.

Wilsby saw 22:36 of ice time in the Predators' previous game, so it's not clear when he suffered the injury. Justin Barron will draw into the lineup to cover Wilsby's absence. Wilsby is considered day-to-day and may have a chance to play Saturday versus the Sabres.

Friedman was brought in via trade by the Predators from the Canucks on Friday for future considerations.

Friedman will link up with AHL Milwaukee, as this move doesn't include a promotion to the NHL level for the veteran defenseman. With Nashville, the veteran blueliner could have an easier shot at securing NHL minutes, though he is far from a lock to jump ahead of Adam Wilsby or Justin Barron.

Suter notched an assist in Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Panthers.

Suter ended an 11-game point drought with the helper. He's continued to play in a third-pairing role, as Nick Leddy (lower body) is back but Tyler Tucker (upper body) is out. Suter may face some pressure for his place in the lineup down the stretch, but it's more likely Tucker is the one who settles in as the seventh defenseman. Suter has 10 points, 42 shots on net, 64 blocked shots, 30 hits, 20 PIM and a plus-4 rating over 55 appearances.

Bortuzzo (lower body) will miss Saturday's clash in Carolina and Sunday's tilt in Washington, per Belle Fraser of The Salt Lake Tribune.

Bortuzzo will participate in practices while traveling with the team, so even if he's not ready to return, at least he's making progress. After the weekend games, Utah will be on break for the 4 Nations Face-Off and return Feb. 22 versus the Kings. Bortuzzo, who last played Jan. 2, has two assists, 20 hits and 26 blocks in 16 appearances this campaign.

Durzi (shoulder) is traveling with Utah HC for the sake of participating in the team's practices, but he'll still miss Saturday and Sunday's games in Carolina and Washington, respectively, according to Belle Fraser of The Salt Lake Tribune.

After those two clashes, Utah will be on break for the 4 Nations Face-Off and return Feb. 22 versus the Kings. Durzi, who hasn't been in the lineup since Oct. 14, will likely serve in a top-four capacity once he's healthy.

Lyubushkin (undisclosed) will miss Friday's tilt against the Kings, according to Mike Heika of the Stars' official site.

Lyubushkin is also unlikely to play Saturday in San Jose, but he hasn't been ruled out for that clash. He has 11 assists, 16 PIM, 62 hits and 82 blocks in 53 outings in 2024-25. Brendan Smith is set to draw into the lineup due to Lyubushkin's absence.