NHL Injury News: Hyman, Thompson, Marchenko, Larkin Updates

In today’s NHL injury news, the Edmonton Oilers will be without Zach Hyman after the forward was placed on injured reserve with a neck injury, while the Washington Capitals could get goaltender Logan Thompson back in the lineup. The Vegas Golden Knights are evaluating Carter Hart after he was injured during a morning skate. Meanwhile, the Toronto Maple Leafs have provided updates on several injured players, including Kirill Marchenko. Finally, the Detroit Red Wings revealed why Dylan Larkin missed practice.

Edmonton Oilers Provide Zach Hyman Injury Update

The Edmonton Oilers have placed Zach Hyman on injured reserve with a stiff neck after he was injured during Monday’s shootout loss to the Detroit Red Wings. Hyman took a hit from defenseman Andreas Englund and was forced to leave the game after striking the back of his head against the glass.

Head coach Mike Babcock said, “We’re just being extra cautious… Originally when you see it, you think maybe it’s a head thing and then you find out it’s a neck thing and that’s a real good thing for you.” Hyman will miss Wednesday’s game against the Calgary Flames.

Edmonton has some positive news: Jason Dickinson and Mattias Ekholm are both expected to return after missing games.

Capitals, Golden Knights and Hurricanes Injury News

The Washington Capitals could have Logan Thompson back in the lineup Wednesday against the Philadelphia Flyers. The goaltender was activated from injured reserve Tuesday after missing Saturday’s overtime win against Buffalo with a lower-body injury. Thompson was the first goalie off the ice following Wednesday’s morning skate, suggesting he could be ready to return. If he doesn’t play against Philadelphia, Thursday’s matchup with Nashville is another possibility.

The Vegas Golden Knights are evaluating Carter Hart after the goaltender fell and appeared to injure himself during Tuesday’s morning skate.

Meanwhile, Carolina remains without Taylor Hall, who missed Tuesday’s win over Boston despite recently being activated from injured reserve. Hall is still considered week-to-week with an upper-body injury.

Maple Leafs Dealing with Multiple Injuries

The Toronto Maple Leafs have provided several injury updates, with Kirill Marchenko and Nick Blankenburg both listed as week-to-week. Marchenko is dealing with a lower-body injury, while Blankenburg has an upper-body injury.