NHL Player News

Wallstedt stopped 20 of 22 shots in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Stars in Game 5.

Wallstedt didn't have as much to do in this game, as the Wild blocked 26 shots in front of him. This was his second win in a row, giving Minnesota a 3-2 lead in this first-round series. He's allowed 12 goals on 162 shots over the first five games. It's all but guaranteed Wallstedt will get the net for Game 6 on Thursday as the Wild have a chance to punch their ticket to the second round, where they'd meet the Avalanche.

Poirier posted a 16-save shutout in AHL Texas' 2-0 win over Chicago in Game 1 on Tuesday.

Poirier gave Texas a good start in the division semifinals with his third career AHL playoff shutout. He went 27-19-6 with a 2.61 GAA and a .912 save percentage over 52 regular-season outings. He will likely continue to see the bulk of the starts as long as Texas' postseason run is active.

Brodin (lower body) was spotted on crutches leaving the arena after his early exit in Game 5 on Tuesday versus the Stars, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

Head coach John Hynes didn't offer a specific update on Brodin's status, but it's not a big leap to assume he won't be available in Game 6 on Thursday at a minimum. He can likely be deemed out indefinitely until he's spotted practicing or the team provides a clearer timeline. The Wild also haven't specified who will come into the lineup to take on his top-four minutes.

Hyry (lower body) is highly unlikely to play in Game 6 versus the Wild on Thursday, Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Head coach Glen Gulutzan doesn't expect to have the 25-year-old available for an elimination game Thursday. Hyry's absence opens the door for Michael Bunting or Adam Erne to draw into the lineup, though Radek Faksa and Oskar Back are most likely to pick up Hyry's defensive minutes.

Ostlund's lower-body injury reportedly doesn't look good according to head coach Lindy Ruff, Rachel Lenzi of The Buffalo News reports Tuesday.

Ostlund was hurt in a first-period collision in Tuesday's Game 5. With that update, it seems unlikely that he'll play in Game 6 on Friday. Josh Dunne and Tanner Pearson are the healthy extras up front for the Sabres, but Josh Norris (undisclosed) could be an option as well if he gets healthy in time to play Friday.

Brodin (lower body) won't return to Tuesday's Game 5 versus the Stars.

Brodin blocked a Mikko Rantanen shot in the second period, and it took a bite out of the Minnesota defenseman. It's unclear if Brodin will be able to shake off the lower-body issue in time for Thursday's Game 6 in Minnesota. If he can't play, Daemon Hunt or Jeff Petry would likely draw into the lineup.

Henrique (lower body) won't play in Tuesday's Game 5 versus the Ducks, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.

Henrique's absence will reach four games, and with the Oilers facing elimination, it's looking doubtful he'll be back in the first round. The 36-year-old will only get to play again if the Oilers are able to find a win without him Tuesday.

Dickinson (lower body) is expected to be in the lineup for Tuesday's Game 5 versus the Ducks, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.

Dickinson continues to be labeled a game-time decision due to a nagging injury. The 30-year-old is slated for third-line duties and penalty-killing minutes. He'll be suiting up for the third time in this first-round series, having collected two goals and an assist over his last two appearances.

McDavid (ankle) is slated to be in the lineup in Game 5 versus the Ducks on Tuesday, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.

McDavid has been bothered by an ankle injury sustained in Game 2, but it's no surprise he'll gut it out to try to help the Oilers stave off elimination. Expect the superstar center to take on his usual heavy minutes in a top-line role and on the first power-play unit. He has earned a goal and three assists over four contests in this first-round series.

Hyry (lower body) won't return to Tuesday's Game 5 versus the Wild.

It's not exactly clear when Hyry sustained the injury, but he was ruled out during the second period. The 25-year-old can be considered day-to-day until further information is provided. If he misses Thursday's Game 6 in Minnesota, Michael Bunting or Adam Erne would be candidates to enter the lineup, with Oskar Back likely to slide over to center from the wing.