Marchand could make Panthers debut on Friday
27.3.25 Florida
Brad Marchand, acquired by the Florida Panthers in a trade with Boston on March 7, could make his debut for the team on Friday, coach Paul Maurice announced. Marchand, who has been sidelined with an upper-body injury since March 1, skated in Wednesday's practice. The 36-year-old winger, a longtime Boston Bruin, has 21 goals and 26 assists this season.
Petr Mrazek exits with injury
25.3.25 Detroit
Detroit Red Wings goaltender Petr Mrazek left Monday's 5-1 victory over Utah Hockey Club early in the first period with a lower body injury after colliding with Utah's Dylan Guenther on a breakaway. Mrazek will not play in Tuesday's game against Colorado and will be further evaluated on Wednesday.
Gabriel Vilardi out with upper-body injury
25.3.25 Winnipeg
Winnipeg Jets forward Gabriel Vilardi is considered week-to-week with an upper-body injury, as announced by coach Scott Arniel on Monday. The injury is not related to a puck that struck Vilardi in the ear during Sunday's loss to the Buffalo Sabres. Vilardi has 61 points this season and ranks third on the Jets with 27 goals.
Seth Jarvis leaves game with head injury
23.3.25 Carolina
Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis did not return after sustaining an apparent head injury in the third period of a 7-2 loss to the Los Angeles Kings on Saturday. Jarvis was pulled down by Kings' Warren Foegele during a short-handed breakaway, crashing into the boards. Head coach Rod Brind'Amour expressed cautious optimism, stating that while Jarvis appeared to be okay, it was too early to confirm the extent of the injury.
McDavid ruled out vs. Kraken
22.3.25 Edmonton
Edmonton Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch provided updates on key player injuries following Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets. He stated that Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl will likely miss at least a week due to lower-body injuries, describing their statuses as "day-to-day" with a recovery timeline of up to one week. Knoblauch clarified that goaltender Stuart Skinner was pulled by the concussion spotter but disagreed with the decision, confirming he will be available for Saturday's game.
McDavid and Skinner injured in overtime loss
21.3.25 Edmonton
Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid suffered a lower-body injury and did not return for the third period of Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Winnipeg Jets. Goalie Stuart Skinner also exited late due to concussion protocols following a collision. Head coach Kris Knoblauch provided no immediate update on their statuses.
Josh Manson out 3-4 weeks
20.3.25 Colorado
Colorado Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson is expected to miss three to four weeks due to an upper-body injury, coach Jared Bednar announced. Manson sustained the injury in a game against Calgary and has already missed time this season due to previous injuries.
Heiskanen could miss first round of playoffs
19.3.25 Dallas
Dallas Stars defenseman Miro Heiskanen may miss the opening round of the playoffs due to a knee injury, according to coach Pete DeBoer. Heiskanen has been out since January 28 after injuring his left knee. Heiskanen has five goals and 25 points in 50 games this season, averaging a team-high 25:10 of ice time.
Neal Pionk out week-to-week with lower-body injury
15.3.25 Winnipeg
Winnipeg Jets defenseman Neal Pionk will be out week-to-week due to a lower-body injury, coach Scott Arniel confirmed on Friday. Arniel emphasized the importance of keeping Pionk healthy for the long term, especially with playoff aspirations. Pionk has 37 points in 66 games this season.
Dougie Hamilton to miss rest of regular season
14.3.25 N. Jersey
New Jersey Devils defenseman Dougie Hamilton will miss the remainder of the regular season and possibly the playoffs due to a lower-body injury. Hamilton, 31, has been sidelined since a March 4 game against the Dallas Stars. General Manager Tom Fitzgerald expressed doubt about Hamilton's return, even if the Devils make it to the second round of the postseason.
Aaron Ekblad suspended 20 games
13.3.25 Florida
Florida Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad has been suspended for 20 games after violating the NHL/NHLPA performance-enhancing substances program. Ekblad admitted to taking a substance to aid recovery from injuries without consulting team medical personnel and expressed regret for his actions.
Roope Hintz out for a week due to facial injury
12.3.25 Dallas
Dallas Stars forward Roope Hintz will be sidelined for a week due to a facial injury, but he avoided a fracture. General manager Jim Nill confirmed that Hintz needs to keep his heart rate low for 5-7 days to prevent swelling or added pressure. Hintz was struck in the face by a puck during the second period of Saturday's 5-4 loss to Edmonton and did not return to the game.