The Detroit Red Wings are going to be shorthanded tonight against the Los Angeles Kings, and coach Todd McLellan has given the latest updates on their health.
The Detroit Red Wings will not be at full strength for tonight’s game at Little Caesars Arena against the Los Angeles Kings (7:00 PM, FanDuel Sports Detroit, 97.1 The Ticket).
Patrick Kane has been p
on Injured Reserve retroactive to January 21, while J.T. Compher is day to day after taking a hit from Tampa Bay’s Emil Lilleberg in Detroit’s 2-0 win on Saturday night.
Coach Todd McLellan has provided an update on the Detroit Red Wings’ injured players, and here’s the latest scoop.
*Injured Players Update*
Patrick Kane, the star forward, will miss his third consecutive game due to an upper-body injury.¹ ² Kane initially suffered the injury during a game against the Dallas Stars and aggravated it further against the Philadelphia Flyers.
J.T. Compher will also be out of commission due to the effects of a hit he took during a game against the Tampa Bay Lightning.
On a more positive note, Michael Rasmussen has returned to the lineup after being shaken up against the Lightning, and Tyler Motte has been cleared to play after being sidelined since January 14.
McLellan characterized Kane’s injury as “day-to-day” with no definitive timeline for his return. This is unfortunate timing for Kane, who was heating up and playing some of his best hockey of the season before the injury.
The Red Wings will likely continue to monitor Kane’s progress and provide updates on his status. In the meantime, the team will have to rely on other players to step up and fill the void left by Kane’s absence.
It’s worth noting that McLellan has done an impressive job of getting the most out of his players, even in the face of injuries.³ The Red Wings have shown resilience and adaptability under McLellan’s guidance, and fans will be hoping that trend continues as the team navigates the challenges of the NHL season.
