The St. Louis Blues are set to face the Edmonton Oilers with several changes to their lineup, including Brandon Saad joining the first line, Pavel Buchnevich returning as a center on the second line, and Zach Dean making his third NHL appearance on the fourth line. On defense, Torey Krug will re-join Justin Faulk, while Tyler Tucker and Marco Scandella will replace Scott Perunovich and Matthew Kessel. Coach Drew Bannister emphasized the need for more edge and strength, with Jordan Binnington expected to start in goal.
St. Louis Blues forward Oskar Sundqvist will be out for the rest of the season due to a torn ACL, prompting lineup changes for the upcoming game against the Calgary Flames. Pavel Buchnevich will join the first line, while Zack Bolduc and Zach Dean will re-enter the lineup on the third and fourth lines. Defenseman Torey Krug's availability will be a game-time decision.
St. Louis Blues' Interim Head Coach Drew Bannister plans lineup changes for the game against the Edmonton Oilers, with Nikita Alexandrov and Tyler Tucker replacing Kasperi Kapanen and Scott Perunovich, and Jordan Binnington returning in goal. Bannister emphasized the need for players to meet team expectations and hinted at line adjustments, aiming for a similar lineup to their previous win against the Oilers.
St. Louis Blues' head coach Drew Bannister is making subtle changes to the lineup for the upcoming game against the Philadelphia Flyers, with Kasperi Kapanen joining the second forward line and Torey Krug being paired with Justin Faulk on defense. Bannister also opted to start Joel Hofer in net, emphasizing the importance of utilizing both goaltenders. The projected lineup includes these changes, with Brayden Schenn set to make his 900th career professional appearance.
The Boston Bruins are facing lineup uncertainties ahead of their game against the Tampa Bay Lightning at TD Garden, with James van Riemsdyk out day-to-day and Matt Poitras potentially returning after playing at World Juniors. Mason Lohrei is also uncertain due to dental work from a recent injury. The Lightning are just behind in the wild card race, and the Bruins are preparing for a challenging game against a skilled and fast team, with particular attention on star players like Nikita Kucherov and Brayden Point.
The St. Louis Blues are set to maintain their winning lineup with a minor adjustment as they face the Carolina Hurricanes. Jakub Vrana, recalled from the Springfield Thunderbirds, will replace Sammy Blais on the fourth line. Interim Head Coach Drew Bannister emphasizes work ethic and accountability as key to earning ice time. Vrana has previously contributed eight points in seven games with the Thunderbirds and six points in 19 games with the Blues. Goalie Jordan Binnington is expected to start the game.
The NBA news update for January 6th includes several key injuries and lineup confirmations. Joel Embiid, Tobias Harris, and De'Anthony Melton are out for the Philadelphia 76ers, while Aaron Nesmith is available for the Indiana Pacers. Kristaps Porzingis is expected to play for the Boston Celtics against the Pacers. The New York Knicks, Washington Wizards, Utah Jazz, and Milwaukee Bucks have also confirmed their lineups, with various players out due to injuries. The 76ers are preparing to face a Utah Jazz team that has been performing well, winning seven of their last ten games.
Matt Poitras has returned to the Boston Bruins after competing in the World Junior Championship, where Canada was unexpectedly defeated by Czechia. The Bruins now face the challenge of integrating Poitras back into a crowded center lineup that includes seven players vying for the position. Coach Jim Montgomery is considering his options, as the team has recently shifted some centers to wing positions and is also in need of impactful wingers. The team's recent performance and player positioning have been under scrutiny, and decisions on how to best utilize Poitras and other centers are imminent as the Bruins prepare for upcoming games, including a challenging road trip.
Despite Brooklyn Nets' leading scorer Cam Thomas being replaced in the starting lineup by Dorian Finney-Smith to improve the team's slow starts, the Nets still suffered a 110-104 defeat against the Washington Wizards. The lineup change, intended to address defensive weaknesses, did not yield the desired outcome. Thomas, while expressing a desire to start, emphasized his commitment to the team and willingness to contribute in any role necessary. Coach Jacque Vaughn's lineup adjustments reflect ongoing efforts to find the right balance and chemistry on the court.
