NHL Injury Report for the 2024-25 Season: An Overview

As the 2024-25 NHL season kicks off in October, fans and analysts alike turn their attention to the NHL Injury Report. Tracking the health status of players is crucial for understanding team dynamics and predicting game outcomes. Injuries can significantly impact a team’s performance, making the NHL injury list a vital resource for anyone following the sport closely.

Injuries are an unfortunate yet inevitable part of the game, with players facing rigorous physical demands that can lead to a range of health issues. From minor sprains to season-ending surgeries, the NHL Injury Report provides up-to-date information on player statuses, ensuring that fans and fantasy league participants are well-informed.

This season, notable injuries have already started to shape team strategies and player lineups. Keeping an eye on the NHL injury list not only helps fans stay updated but also aids in making informed decisions for fantasy hockey leagues.

For the latest updates on player injuries, be sure to check our NHL news and NHL rumors sections. Additionally, stay ahead of your viewing schedule with our comprehensive NHL TV Schedules. Stay tuned for regular updates to keep your hockey knowledge sharp this season.

NHL Injury Report 2024-25 | NHL Injury List

PlayerTeamDate of InjuryInjury TypeInjury Note
Tyson JostCarolina HurricanesThu, Jan 2, 2025UndisclosedJost has returned to Carolina to undergo further evaluation, as per Cory Lavalette of the North State Journal Thursday (Jan. 2).
Connor MurphyChicago BlackhawksThu, Jan 2, 2025GroinMurphy missed practice on Thursday (Jan. 2) with a groin injury, as per Ben Pope of the Sun Times.s
Scott WedgewoodColorado AvalancheThu, Jan 2, 2025Lower BodyWedgewood exited Thursday's (Jan. 2) game versus the Sabres with an apparent lower-body injury after a collision in the third period, per Jesse Montano of Guerilla Sports.
Matias MaccelliUtah Hockey ClubThu, Jan 2, 2025IllnessMaccelli did not play in Thursday's (Jan. 2) game versus the Flames.
Thatcher DemkoVancouver CanucksThu, Jan 2, 2025UndisclosedDemko did not return to Thursday's (Jan. 2) game versus the Kraken in the second period due to an undisclosed injury, per Canucks Insider.
Kirill KaprizovMinnesota WildWed, Jan 1, 2025Lower BodyThe Minnesota Wild placed F Kirill Kaprizov on injured reserve on Wednesday (Jan. 1).
Valeri NichushkinColorado AvalancheTue, Dec 31, 2024Lower BodyNichushkin did not play in Thursday's (Jan. 2) game against Buffalo.
Jared SpurgeonMinnesota WildTue, Dec 31, 2024Lower-bodyThe Wild announced on Thursday (Jan. 2) that Spurgeon is week-to-week with a lower-body injury.
Jeremy LauzonNashville PredatorsTue, Dec 31, 2024Lower-bodyLauzon did not return to Tuesday's (Dec. 31) game versus the Wild.
Adam WilsbyNashville PredatorsTue, Dec 31, 2024Upper-bodyWilsby did not play in Tuesday's (Dec. 31) game versus Minnesota.
Simon HolmstromNew York IslandersTue, Dec 31, 2024Upper BodyHolmstrom did not play in Thursday's (Jan. 2) game against the Maple Leafs.
Igor ShesterkinNew York RangersTue, Dec 31, 2024Upper-BodyThe New York Rangers placed G Igor Shesterkin on injured reserve on Tuesday (Dec. 31).
Samuel ErssonPhiladelphia FlyersTue, Dec 31, 2024Lower-bodyErsson did not play in Thursday's (Jan. 2) game versus the Golden Knights.
Pontus HolmbergToronto Maple LeafsTue, Dec 31, 2024IllnessHolmberg did not play in Thursday's (Jan. 2) game against the Islanders.
Carl GrundstromSan Jose SharksMon, Dec 30, 2024UndisclosedThe San Jose Sharks placed F Carl Grundstrom on injured reserve on Thursday (Jan. 2).
Mason AppletonWinnipeg JetsMon, Dec 30, 2024Lower BodyJets head coach Scott Arniel announced on Monday (Dec. 30) that Appleton is week-to-week with a lower-body injury, per Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press.
Kris LetangPittsburgh PenguinsSun, Dec 29, 2024Lower-bodyThe Pittsburgh Penguins placed D Kris Letang on injured reserve on Tuesday (Dec. 31).
Brock McGinnAnaheim DucksSat, Dec 28, 2024Lower BodyThe Anaheim Ducks placed F Brock McGinn on injured reserve on Sunday (Dec. 29).
Shayne GostisbehereCarolina HurricanesSat, Dec 28, 2024Upper BodyThe Hurricanes announced on Monday (Dec. 30) that Gostisbehere will be out for an extended amount of time, per Chip Alexander of The Raleigh News & Observer.
Ivan IvanColorado AvalancheFri, Dec 27, 2024Upper BodyThe Colorado Avalanche placed F Ivan Ivan on injured reserve on Tuesday (Dec. 31).
Mason MarchmentDallas StarsFri, Dec 27, 2024FaceMarchment is considered week-to-week after he was struck in the face by a puck on Friday (Dec. 27) against the Wild, as per Mike Heika of the Stars' official site.
Joey DaccordSeattle KrakenFri, Dec 27, 2024Upper-bodyThe Kraken announced on Wednesday (Jan. 1) that Daccord is dealing with a lingering bruise and will probably miss Thursday's (Jan. 2) home game against Vancouver, according to Kate Shefte of The Seattle Times.
Quinn HughesVancouver CanucksFri, Dec 27, 2024UndisclosedHead coach Rick Tocchet told Jeff Paterson of CanucksArmy.com on Sunday (Dec. 29) that Hughes is week-to-week.
Elias PetterssonVancouver CanucksFri, Dec 27, 2024UndisclosedPettersson won't travel with the Canucks for their upcoming games in Calgary on Tuesday (Dec. 31) and Seattle on Thursday (Jan. 2), as per Jeff Paterson of CanucksArmy.com.
Niko MikkolaFlorida PanthersMon, Dec 23, 2024Upper-bodyMikkola did not play in Thursday's (Jan. 2) game against Carolina and is also expected to be OUT for Friday's (Jan. 3) game with Pittsburgh, per Alex Baumgartner of Five Reasons Sports.
Cole SmithNashville PredatorsMon, Dec 23, 2024Lower BodyThe Nashville Predators placed F Cole Smith on injured reserve and will miss 4-6 weeks.
William EklundSan Jose SharksMon, Dec 23, 2024Upper-bodyEklund did not play in Thursday's (Jan. 2) game against Tampa Bay.
Jake WalmanSan Jose SharksMon, Dec 23, 2024Lower bodyThe Sharks listed Walman as OUT for Thursday's (Jan. 2) game against Tampa Bay.
Radek FaksaSt. Louis BluesMon, Dec 23, 2024Lower BodyFaksa did not play in Tuesday's (Dec. 31) game against Chicago.
Haydn FleuryWinnipeg JetsMon, Dec 23, 2024KneeThe Winnipeg Jets placed D Haydn Fleury on injured reserve on Monday (Dec. 30).
Jonah GadjovichFlorida PanthersSun, Dec 22, 2024Upper-bodyGadjovich did not play in Thursday's (Jan. 2) game against Carolina.
Michael AmadioOttawa SenatorsSun, Dec 22, 2024HeadThe Senators announced on Friday (Dec. 27) that Amadio will be unavailable for a while, head coach Travis Green told TSN 1200 Ottawa.
Linus UllmarkOttawa SenatorsSun, Dec 22, 2024BackUllmark did not play in Sunday's (Dec. 29) game against Minnesota.
Owen PickeringPittsburgh PenguinsSat, Dec 21, 2024ConcussionPickering will remain OUT for Tuesday's (Dec. 31) game against the Red Wings despite fully participating in the Penguins' morning skate, per Penguins play-by-play announcer Josh Getzoff.
Auston MatthewsToronto Maple LeafsSat, Dec 21, 2024Upper BodyMatthews took part in Wednesday's (Jan. 1) practice, but is OUT for Thursday's (Jan. 2) game versus the Islanders, per Dave McCarthy of NHL.com.
Nicolas RoyVegas Golden KnightsThu, Dec 19, 2024Upper BodyThe Vegas Golden Knights placed F Nicolas Roy on injured reserve on Friday (Dec. 27).
Jordan GreenwayBuffalo SabresTue, Dec 17, 2024Middle-bodyThe Buffalo Sabres placed F Jordan Greenway on injured reserve on Friday (Dec. 20).
Vitek VanecekSan Jose SharksTue, Dec 17, 2024FaceThe Sharks announced on Saturday (Dec. 28) that Vanecek is week-to-week with a fractured cheekbone, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.
Ivan BarbashevVegas Golden KnightsTue, Dec 17, 2024Upper-bodyThe Vegas Golden Knights placed F Ivan Barbashev on injured reserve Thursday (Jan. 2).
Alec RegulaEdmonton OilersSat, Dec 14, 2024KneeRegula was never taken off the season-opening injured reserve despite being waived by Boston and claimed by Edmonton on Wednesday (Dec. 11), per Daniel Nugent-Bowman of The Athletic.
Trevor MooreLos Angeles KingsSat, Dec 14, 2024Upper-bodyThe Los Angels Kings placed F Trevor Moore on injured reserve on Saturday (Dec. 28).
Jakub LaukoMinnesota WildSat, Dec 14, 2024Lower-bodyThe Wild said on Sunday (Dec. 15) that Lauko is week-to-week after aggravating his previous muscle issue, according to Michael Russo of The Athletic.
Janis MoserTampa Bay LightningFri, Dec 13, 2024Lower-bodyThe Lightning said on Thursday (Dec. 19) that Moser is expected to miss 8-10 weeks with a lower body injury.
Jack DruryCarolina HurricanesThu, Dec 12, 2024HandThe Carolina Hurricanes placed F Jack Drury on injured reserve on Monday (Dec. 30).
Jake MiddletonMinnesota WildThu, Dec 12, 2024Upper BodyThe Minnesota Wild placed D Jake Middleton on injured reserve on Friday (Dec. 13).
Anthony StolarzToronto Maple LeafsThu, Dec 12, 2024KneeThe Maple Leafs said on Tuesday (Dec. 17) that Stolarz is expected to miss the next 4-6 weeks after undergoing a procedure to remove a loose body in his knee.
Justin DanforthColumbus Blue JacketsWed, Dec 11, 2024Lower BodyThe Columbus Blue Jackets placed F Justin Danforth on injured reserve on Sunday (Dec. 22).
Alec MartinezChicago BlackhawksSat, Dec 7, 2024NeckMartinez did not play in Tuesday's (Dec. 31) Winter Classic matchup versus the Blues.
Nicolas DeslauriersPhiladelphia FlyersFri, Dec 6, 2024Upper-bodyThe Philadelphia Flyers placed F Nicolas Deslauriers on injured reserve on Friday (Dec. 6).
Semyon VarlamovNew York IslandersThu, Dec 5, 2024Lower-bodyThe New York Islanders placed G Semyon Varlamov on long-term injured reserve on Thursday (Dec. 19).
Trevor ZegrasAnaheim DucksWed, Dec 4, 2024KneeThe Ducks said Zegras had successful knee surgery on Thursday (Dec. 12) to repair a torn meniscus and is expected to miss six weeks.
Trevor LewisLos Angeles KingsTue, Dec 3, 2024Lower-bodyThe Los Angeles Kings placed F Trevor Lewis on injured reserve on Wednesday (Dec. 4).
Tyler SeguinDallas StarsMon, Dec 2, 2024HipSeguin will be out of action for 4-6 months when he undergoes surgery on Thursday (Dec. 5) for a left-side femoral acetabular impingement and hip labrum, per Lia Assimakopoulos of The Dallas Morning News.
Justin KirklandCalgary FlamesFri, Nov 29, 2024Lower-bodyThe Flames announced that Kirkland underwent successful ACL surgery on Wednesday (Dec. 4) and he will be out for the remainder of the season.
Oliver KylingtonColorado AvalancheFri, Nov 29, 2024Upper-bodyThe Colorado Avalanche placed D Oliver Kylington on injured reserve on Wednesday (Jan. 1).
Yegor ChinakhovColumbus Blue JacketsFri, Nov 29, 2024Upper BodyChinakhov completed a solo skating session on Wednesday (Dec. 18) but is without a timeline to return, per Aaron Portzline of The Athletic.
Maveric LamoureuxUtah Hockey ClubFri, Nov 29, 2024Upper BodyThe Utah Hockey Club said on Saturday (Nov. 30) that Lamoureux was placed on injured reserve.
Miles WoodColorado AvalancheThu, Nov 28, 2024Upper-bodyThe Colorado Avalanche announced on Saturday (Dec. 28) that Wood is not close to a return but remains on his timeline, per Ryan Boulding of NHL.com.
Filip HronekVancouver CanucksThu, Nov 28, 2024Upper-BodyThe Vancouver Canucks said on Friday (Dec. 27) that Hronek has resumed skating but is too soon to say he's ahead of schedule, per CanucksArmy.com.
David PerronOttawa SenatorsMon, Nov 25, 2024Upper-BodyThe Ottawa Senators placed F Davis Perron on injured reserve on Saturday (Dec. 28).
Dylan SambergWinnipeg JetsSun, Nov 24, 2024FootThe Winnipeg Jets placed D Dylan Samberg on injured reserve on Sunday (Nov. 24).
Jani HakanpaaToronto Maple LeafsSat, Nov 16, 2024KneeThe Maple Leafs placed D Jani Hakanpaa on long-term injured reserve on Tuesday (Dec. 31).
Jordan EberleSeattle KrakenThu, Nov 14, 2024PelvisThe Seattle Kraken placed F Jordan Eberle on long-term injured reserve on Saturday (Nov. 30).
Hampus LindholmBoston BruinsWed, Nov 13, 2024Lower-bodyThe Bruins announced on Sunday (Dec. 1) that Lindholm remains week-to-week, according to Conor Ryan of The Boston Globe. He is still on injured reserve and is not close to being available to return.
Sonny MilanoWashington CapitalsFri, Nov 8, 2024Upper-bodyThe Washington Capitals placed F Sonny Milano on long-term injured reserve on Wednesday (Nov. 20), per Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press.
Anthony ManthaCalgary FlamesTue, Nov 5, 2024Lower-BodyThe Flames announced that Mantha will require surgery on his ACL on Thursday (Nov. 14) and will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season.
Mike ReillyNew York IslandersFri, Nov 1, 2024HeartThe Islanders said that Reilly will have a procedure on his heart on Tuesday (Nov. 19). He will be out indefinitely.
Frederik AndersenCarolina HurricanesMon, Oct 28, 2024KneeThe Hurricanes announced that Andersen will undergo a procedure on his knee on Friday (Nov. 22 )which will knock him out of action about 8-12 weeks, per TSN and RDS Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun.
Nick LeddySt. Louis BluesWed, Oct 16, 2024Lower BodyLeddy will accompany the Blues on the team's upcoming four-game road trip but still remains on injured reserve as of Sunday (Dec. 1), per Lou Korac of NHL.com.
Erik GudbransonColumbus Blue JacketsTue, Oct 15, 2024ShoulderThe Blue Jackets announced on Tuesday (Oct. 22) that Gudbranson underwent successful shoulder surgery on Monday (Oct. 21) and is without a timetable to return.
Sean DurziUtah Hockey ClubMon, Oct 14, 2024ShoulderThe Utah Hockey Club announced on Wednesday (Oct. 23) that Durzi has undergone successful shoulder surgery and is expected to return in 4-6 months.
Tucker PoolmanColorado AvalancheTue, Oct 8, 2024HeadThe Colorado Avalanche placed D Tucker Poolman on long-term injured reserve. He didn't play in 2023-24 due to migraines and won't be available for the 2024-25 campaign either.
Lukas CormierVegas Golden KnightsTue, Oct 8, 2024UndisclosedThe Vegas Golden Knights placed D Lukas Cormier on injured reserve non-roster list on Tuesday (Oct. 8).
Jakub DemekVegas Golden KnightsTue, Oct 8, 2024UndisclosedThe Vegas Golden Knights placed F Jakub Demek on the injured reserve non-roster list on Tuesday (Oct. 8).
Jordan GustafsonVegas Golden KnightsTue, Oct 8, 2024UndisclosedThe Vegas Golden Knights placed F Jordan Gustafson on injured reserve non-roster list on Tuesday (Oct. 8).
Ryan EllisPhiladelphia FlyersMon, Oct 7, 2024BackThe Philadelphia Flyers placed D Ryan Ellis on injured reserve.
Boone JennerColumbus Blue JacketsSun, Oct 6, 2024ShoulderJenner has resumed skating on Tuesday (Dec. 10) and would miss 5-6 months, per Mark Scheig of The Hockey Writers.
Calle JarnkrokToronto Maple LeafsFri, Oct 4, 2024GroinThe Maple Leafs said Jarnkrok had surgery on Monday (Nov. 18) to repair a sports hernia and is now considered month-to-month.
Troy GrosenickMinnesota WildWed, Oct 2, 2024KneeGrosenick underwent successful surgery on Wednesday (Oct. 2) to repair a torn ACL in his right knee and will not play this season. He is expected to make a full recovery and be ready for the start of the 2025-26 season.
David ReinbacherMontreal CanadiensTue, Oct 1, 2024KneeThe Canadiens said that Reinbacher underwent surgery to his left knee on Tuesday (Oct. 1) and is out for 5-to-6 months.
Austin RoestNashville PredatorsSun, Sep 29, 2024UndisclosedThe Nashville Predators placed F Austin Roest on injured reserve non-roster list on Sunday (Sept. 29).
Santeri HatakkaNew Jersey DevilsFri, Sep 27, 2024ShoulderThe Devils said that Hatakka underwent successful shoulder surgery on Thursday (Oct. 10) and is without a timetable to return.
Drew DoughtyLos Angeles KingsThu, Sep 26, 2024AnkleDoughty took a significant step in his recovery process by resuming skating on Tuesday (Dec. 31) and it's possible that he will be in the mix to return to game action sometime in January, per Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site.
Logan CoutureSan Jose SharksThu, Sep 19, 2024GroinCouture has not resumed skating on Friday (Nov. 1) and remains without a timeline to return, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.
John MarinoUtah Hockey ClubThu, Sep 19, 2024BackThe Utah Hockey Club said on Wednesday (Oct. 23) that Marino underwent successful surgery and is expected to return in 3-4 months.
Evander KaneEdmonton OilersWed, Sep 18, 2024AbdomenThe Edmonton Oilers placed F Evander Kane on long-term injured reserve on Tuesday (Oct. 8).
T.J. OshieWashington CapitalsWed, Sep 18, 2024BackThe Capitals said on Wednesday (Sept. 18) that Oshie will be put on long-term injured reserve due to a chronic back injury which is expected to cost him the entire 2024-25 campaign, per Tom Gulitti of NHL.com.
Torey KrugSt. Louis BluesTue, Sep 3, 2024AnkleThe St. Louis Blues placed D Torey Krug on long-term injured reserve on Tuesday (Oct. 8).
Jesper FastCarolina HurricanesThu, Aug 29, 2024NeckThe Carolina Hurricanes placed F Jesper Fast on long-term injured reserve on Wednesday (Oct. 9).
Laurent BrossoitChicago BlackhawksWed, Aug 28, 2024KneeBrossoit had another procedure done on Friday (Nov. 29) and is expected to be out for another six weeks, according to Blackhawks head coach Luke Richardson.
Igor ChernyshovSan Jose SharksWed, Aug 21, 2024ShoulderThe San Jose Sharks placed F Igor Chernyshov on injured reserve on Monday (Oct. 7).
Nicklas BackstromWashington CapitalsWed, Nov 1, 2023HipThe Washington Capitals placed F Nicklas Backstrom on long-term injured reserve.
Gabriel LandeskogColorado AvalancheThu, Sep 22, 2022KneeAvalanche head coach Jared Bednar said on Wednesday (Nov. 13) that Landeskog remains without a timetable to return, per Adrian Hernandez of SBNation.com.

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