NHL Player Injuries - Impact on NHL Teams

Nikita Kucherov
Tampa Bay Lightning • #86 • RW
Nikita Kucherov Injury Update: Questionable For March 13 Game Against Flyers
Nikita Kucherov is questionable due to an undisclosed injury and may not play in the upcoming game against the Philadelphia Flyers on Mar 13, 2025.
What It Means
Nikita Kucherov is currently dealing with an undisclosed injury, making him questionable for the upcoming game against the Philadelphia Flyers. His absence could impact the Lightning, as he has scored 28 goals and provided 64 assists in 61 games this season.
The Lightning have struggled in recent games, losing to the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1. Kucherov has been a key contributor, recording points in 39 of the games he has played this season, highlighting his importance to the team's offensive efforts.

Andrei Svechnikov
Carolina Hurricanes • #37 • LW
Andrei Svechnikov Questionable Due to Injury Ahead of March 14 Game Against Detroit Red Wings
Andrei Svechnikov is dealing with an undisclosed injury and is listed as questionable for the next game against the Detroit Red Wings on March 14, 2025.
What It Means
Andrei Svechnikov's undisclosed injury raises concerns for the Carolina Hurricanes as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Detroit Red Wings. The team will need to adjust their strategy if he cannot return soon, as his presence on the ice has shown to impact their overall performance significantly.
This season, Svechnikov has played 63 games, recording 18 goals and 25 assists for a total of 43 points. His ability to contribute offensively, with at least one goal in 15 games and one assist in 22 games, highlights his importance to the team's success.

Dmitry Orlov
Carolina Hurricanes • #7 • D
Dmitry Orlov Questionable for March 14 Game Against Detroit Due to Injury
Dmitry Orlov of the Carolina Hurricanes is questionable due to an undisclosed injury ahead of their game against the Detroit Red Wings on March 14, 2025.
What It Means
Dmitry Orlov is dealing with an undisclosed injury and his return is uncertain. The Carolina Hurricanes have not provided specific details about the injury or a timeline for his recovery.
This season, Orlov has played 62 games, recording 4 goals and 20 assists for a total of 24 points. His presence on the ice is significant, as he has contributed to the team's defense and offense throughout the year.

Brett Howden
Vegas Golden Knights • #21 • LW
Brett Howden Questionable Due to Personal Issue Ahead of March 13 Game Against Columbus Blue Jackets
Brett Howden is currently dealing with a personal issue and is listed as questionable for the upcoming game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on March 13, 2025.
What It Means
Brett Howden's uncertain status due to a personal issue may impact the Vegas Golden Knights as they prepare for their next game. His absence could affect team depth, given his 30 points this season over 62 games played.
The Golden Knights recently lost to the Pittsburgh Penguins, and having a consistent player like Howden would help stabilize their offense. With 17 goals and 13 assists this season, his contributions could be missed in a critical matchup against the Columbus Blue Jackets.

Ivan Barbashev
Vegas Golden Knights • #49 • RW
Ivan Barbashev Questionable Due To Personal Issue Ahead Of Game Against Columbus On March 13
Ivan Barbashev of the Vegas Golden Knights is dealing with a personal issue and is questionable for the game against the Columbus Blue Jackets on March 13, 2025.
What It Means
Ivan Barbashev's status is uncertain due to a personal issue, which could impact the Vegas Golden Knights in their upcoming game. The team may feel his absence as he has contributed 19 goals and 22 assists this season.

Tyler Toffoli
San Jose Sharks • #73 • RW
Tyler Toffoli Injury Update: Probable for March 11 Game Against Nashville Predators
Tyler Toffoli of the San Jose Sharks is probable to play against the Nashville Predators on 3/11/2025, despite a lower-body injury.
What It Means
Tyler Toffoli is dealing with a lower-body injury but is expected to take the ice for the Sharks. His return could boost the team's chances against the Predators, especially as he has scored 24 goals this season.
The Sharks have struggled in recent games, losing their last match against the New York Islanders. With Toffoli in the lineup, the Sharks have seen a better offensive output, as he has recorded at least one goal in 23 of the 62 games played this season.

Kyle MacLean
New York Islanders • #32 • LW
Kyle MacLean Illness Update: Expected to Play Against Kings on March 11, 2025
Kyle MacLean of the New York Islanders is dealing with an illness but is probable to play against the Los Angeles Kings on March 11, 2025.
What It Means
Kyle MacLean is currently dealing with an illness but is probable to take the ice for the New York Islanders in their upcoming game. The team has not provided further details, but MacLean's presence could impact the team's offensive output.
This season, MacLean has played 62 games, scoring 3 goals and recording 5 assists for a total of 8 points. His ability to contribute on the ice has been important, as he has scored in 3 games and assisted in 5 games throughout the season.

Brett Howden
Vegas Golden Knights • #21 • LW
Brett Howden Out With Injury for Golden Knights' Game Against Penguins on March 11, 2025
Brett Howden of the Vegas Golden Knights is out due to an undisclosed injury and will not play in the game against the Pittsburgh Penguins on March 11, 2025.
What It Means
Brett Howden's absence due to an undisclosed injury affects the Vegas Golden Knights as they prepare for their game against the Pittsburgh Penguins. His recovery timeline remains unclear, which adds uncertainty to the team's strategy moving forward.
This season, Howden has played 62 games, scoring 17 goals and earning 13 assists. His contributions have been significant, as he has recorded at least one goal in 15 games, and his presence on the ice is missed when he is not in the lineup.

Ivan Barbashev
Vegas Golden Knights • #49 • RW
Ivan Barbashev Out for Upcoming Game Against Penguins Due to Injury on March 11, 2025
Ivan Barbashev will not play in the upcoming game against the Pittsburgh Penguins due to an undisclosed injury.
What It Means
Ivan Barbashev is currently out with an undisclosed injury, which marks another absence for him this season. The Golden Knights have not provided a timeline for his return, leaving uncertainty around his status moving forward.
This season, Barbashev has played 53 games, recording 19 goals and 22 assists for a total of 41 points. His offensive contributions will be missed as the team looks to improve on their recent performance.

Andrei Svechnikov
Carolina Hurricanes • #37 • LW
Andrei Svechnikov Out Due to Undisclosed Injury for March 11 Game Against Lightning
Andrei Svechnikov of the Carolina Hurricanes is out with an undisclosed injury and will not play against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Mar 11, 2025.
What It Means
Andrei Svechnikov is currently out with an undisclosed injury, which raises concerns for the Carolina Hurricanes as they prepare for their game against the Tampa Bay Lightning. This season, he has played 63 games, recording 18 goals and 25 assists, showing his importance on the ice.
His absence may impact the team's offensive capabilities, as he has been involved in scoring plays in 22 of the games this season. The Hurricanes will need to adjust their strategy to fill the gap left by Svechnikov, especially after his recent performances where he recorded a total of zero points in the last three games.