In a recent update from the NHL, the Buffalo Sabres welcomed back forward Alex Tuch, while Tage Thompson remains day-to-day. Beck Malenstyn faced injury concerns after blocking a shot. The Columbus Blue Jackets are set to see Kent Johnson return from a shoulder injury.

Meanwhile, the Montreal Canadiens' Patrik Laine is slowly returning from a knee sprain, with coach Martin St. Louis expressing uncertainty about his timeline. The Pittsburgh Penguins' Kris Letang is hopeful for a return on Friday, while the Toronto Maple Leafs have placed Max Domi and Max Pacioretty on injured reserve.