Karlsson has dealt with injuries in recent years, appearing in 70 or fewer games in four of the past five seasons. He played in all 82 games two years ago.
Blackhawks place forward Craig Smith on IR with nagging back injury
Smith hasn’t appeared in a game since a 3-1 victory over Colorado on Jan. 8. He also was on injured reserve with a back injury from Dec. 20 until Dec. 31.
Fantasy Hockey Waiver Wire: Last call for Juraj Slafkovsky
Juraj Slafkovsky has been consistent with 10 points in his last 18 games, and fantasy hockey analyst Evan Berofsky is expecting more output from him soon.
Rangers roaring back into playoff contention as NHL-best stretch continues
Evidence is mounting after Thursday's trouncing of the Flyers that the Rangers, who were in shambles earlier this season, are back and ready to make a playoff push.
NHL reportedly preparing for commissioner Gary Bettman to retire in ‘couple years’
Bettman has been the NHL's commissioner since 1993, overseeing the league's expansion to Southern and Western markets of the United States.
Rangers continue to climb standings after dismantling Flyers, 6-1
Igor Shesterkin was terrific yet again and the Rangers got three early goals en route to a 6-1 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers on Thursday night at Madison Square Garden.
Devils goalie Jacob Markstrom ‘will miss some time’ with left knee sprain: report
Following a collision against the Boston Bruins on Wednesday that forced him to leave the game, Devils goaltender Jacob Markstrom has reportedly suffered a left knee sprain and "will miss some time".
Flyers outmuscled and cooled off by Rangers as point streak ends
The Flyers were forced to play a vigorous game Thursday night at Madison Square Garden and it resulted in a 6-1 loss to the Rangers.
The Kings’ greatest generation is running out of time to make one more Stanley Cup run
The L.A. Kings are in win-now mode and trying to make the most of their talent, especially with veteran Anze Kopitar's contract expiring in 2026.
Retool or chase playoffs? Bruins face tough trade deadline dilemma
This Bruins team isn't a contender, so Don Sweeney must do what's best for the franchise ahead of the March 7 NHL trade deadline.
Where Bruins stand in crazy Eastern Conference wild card playoff race
The Bruins are one of nine teams in the mix for the two wild card playoff spots in the Eastern Conference.
Fantasy Hockey Trade Analyzer: Go get Gabriel Vilardi
If you can get him in your fantasy hockey league, trade for the unsung hero of the Jets' top line, Gabriel Vilardi, who already has tied his career-high in points this season.
Rangers score three third-period goals in dominant 5-0 win over Senators
Igor Shesterkin made 20 saves, Alexis Lafreniere had a goal and an assist and the New York Rangers beat the Ottawa Senators 5-0 on Tuesday night.
Flyers win in OT, push point streak to season-best 6 games
In another tight, who-blinks-first kind of game, the Flyers picked up a 2-1 overtime win Tuesday night over the Red Wings at the Wells Fargo Center.
Bo Horvat scores twice, leads Islanders to 3-1 win over Blue Jackets
Bo Horvat scored twice in New York’s three-goal second period, and the Islanders beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 3-1 on Monday night.