NHL Player Updates: Injuries and Returns

Oliver Ekman-Larsson of the Florida Panthers will rest for a game after a busy schedule, paving the way for Uvis Balinskis to show his NHL mettle. The Capitals' T.J. Oshie may return from injury against the Red Wings, while Rasmus Sandin's injury could rule him out for the season. Jack Hughes of the New Jersey Devils is benched with an upper-body injury, though John Marino marks his return.

The Canadiens welcome back Christian Dvorak against the Flyers after a long injury hiatus, and Mikhail Sergachev of the Lightning hits the ice in a non-contact session, teasing a possible return despite being ruled out for the first playoff round. Tim Stützle of the Ottawa Senators will miss a second game due to an upper-body injury as the regular season races to its conclusion.

Stay up to date with player availability and game changes as the playoffs approach—catch all the details right here on Statbet.