NHL Injury Updates: Nugent-Hopkins Returns, Nylander Questionable, and More (2026)

NHL fans, get ready for a flurry of injury updates! This week's NHL Status Report brings the latest news on player availability, so let's dive right in.

Edmonton Oilers:

  • Ryan Nugent-Hopkins is set to return to the Oilers' lineup after missing nine games due to an undisclosed injury. He's been a key player this season, racking up 16 points in 16 games.
  • Jack Roslovic will be sidelined for two weeks with an undisclosed injury.
  • Kasperi Kapanen is facing a setback and will be out for at least another week with a lower-body injury. Coach Kris Knoblauch indicated his return is not imminent.
  • Jake Walman is expected to miss his third straight game.

Seattle Kraken:

  • Kaapo Kakko might be back in action against the Oilers. He's been limited this season due to a broken hand and a lower-body injury, but he's now been activated from injured reserve.
  • Jaden Schwartz will be out for six weeks with a lower-body injury.

Toronto Maple Leafs:

  • William Nylander is questionable to play against the Pittsburgh Penguins due to an illness. His status is uncertain.

Boston Bruins:

  • David Pastrnak will miss his second consecutive game with an undisclosed injury, but it's not expected to be long-term. He leads Boston with 29 points in 25 games.
  • Pavel Zacha is a game-time decision.
  • Matej Blumel has been placed on long-term injured reserve.
  • Henri Jokiharju has been placed on injured reserve, and Michael Callahan has been recalled.

Buffalo Sabres:

  • Josh Norris could return from an upper-body injury. He has missed the past 23 games.

Winnipeg Jets:

  • Neal Pionk is questionable to play.

Minnesota Wild:

  • Marcus Foligno has been placed on injured reserve.

Anaheim Ducks:

  • Lukas Dostal will be out for 2-3 weeks with an upper-body injury. He has an impressive record this season.

So, there you have it – the latest injury updates impacting your favorite NHL teams. Which team's situation worries you the most? Let us know in the comments below!

NHL Injury Updates: Nugent-Hopkins Returns, Nylander Questionable, and More (2026)
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