The latest injury news and roster updates from the NHL are here in the daily Ice Chips report, keeping you informed on all the latest happenings around the league.
Forward Max Pacioretty is gearing up for his return to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ lineup against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Monday. During the morning skate, Pacioretty was seen taking reps with the second power play unit. The 35-year-old winger had been a healthy scratch for the last two games, but he’s ready to make an impact with a goal in three games this season. Winger Bobby McMann was bumped off the second power play unit to make room for Pacioretty, who has been lighting it up with three goals in four games this season.
Head coach Craig Berbue confirmed that forward Ryan Reaves will be sitting out to accommodate Pacioretty’s return to the lineup on Monday. Reaves has appeared in four games this season, averaging 8:15 of ice time with a minus-2 rating.
In the crease, Anthony Stolarz is expected to make his fourth straight start against the Lightning on Monday. The 30-year-old netminder has been solid with a 2-2-0 record, a 1.79 goals-against average, and a .937 save percentage.
Looking ahead, netminder Joseph Woll could potentially be available to play on Tuesday when his team faces off against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Stay tuned for more updates as the NHL season unfolds.