NHL teams adjust lineups as injuries and comebacks reshape key matchups
Several NHL teams are dealing with key injuries and returns ahead of upcoming matches. Players like Travis Konecny, Thatcher Demko, and Philip Broberg face uncertainty, while others, including Jamie Benn and Jordan Eberle, are set to make comebacks. Goaltending decisions are also shaping up, with Joseph Woll likely to start for Toronto in their next game.
The Philadelphia Flyers will have to wait on winger Travis Konecny, who remains a game-time decision for their clash with the Tampa Bay Lightning due to an upper-body injury. Meanwhile, the Vancouver Canucks will be without Thatcher Demko for at least a week as he recovers from a lower-body issue. Kiefer Sherwood, tied for third on the team with 23 points, is also sidelined with an undisclosed injury.
In Edmonton, the Oilers are close to welcoming back Tristan Jarry and Jake Walman from injury. Their return could provide a boost as the team prepares for upcoming fixtures. Meanwhile, Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Joseph Woll is expected to start against the Oilers on February 3, 2026, with Dennis Hildeby serving as backup. On the recovery front, Jamie Benn will return for the Dallas Stars when they face the Los Angeles Kings, having missed time with a nose injury. Montreal Canadiens forward Josh Anderson could also make his comeback during the team’s visit to the Washington Capitals. New York Rangers fans will see Jordan Eberle back in action after an upper-body injury when they take on his team. The Edmonton Oilers may still be without Philip Broberg, who remains doubtful for their game against the Carolina Hurricanes due to a concussion. Goaltender Anthony Stolarz, who has posted a 6-5-1 record with a 3.51 goals-against average and an .884 save percentage in 13 games this season, could return before the Olympic break after recovering from his own upper-body issue.
Teams across the league are adjusting lineups due to injuries and recoveries. Key players like Benn, Eberle, and Anderson are set to return, while others, including Demko and Broberg, remain sidelined. The Toronto Maple Leafs have also confirmed Woll as their likely starter for the upcoming match against Edmonton, reinforcing their goaltending plans.
