Fantasy managers are feeling the frustration of Auston Matthews' upper-body injury, with no clear timeline for his return. As he misses games, John Tavares has stepped in as his replacement, while the Maple Leafs are adjusting their lines.

In Colorado, Valeri Nichushkin is set to return after a lengthy absence, and Jonathan Drouin is also back, altering the team's offensive dynamics. Meanwhile, Brock Boeser is out indefinitely for the Vancouver Canucks, and Patrik Laine is nearing a return for the Montreal Canadiens.