Blueger has been sidelined since January 23rd but was a full participant in Monday's practice and will be a game-time decision vs. the Panthers. Blueger will provide a huge boost to the Penguins' bottom-6, replacing Brian Boyle on the fourth line.

Chytil has been out of the lineup for the last three games but will play Wednesday vs. the Blues. Chytil has had a very quiet season offensively, scoring just five goals with seven assists (12 points) in 41 games.

Lankinen has not played since January 22nd due to a hand injury but will be available for one of the Blackhawks' games this weekend. Originally, the Blackhawks said that he would start Sunday but have back-tracked and haven't decided who will start Friday and who will start Sunday.

Forbort was a healthy scratch on Saturday night but will be back in the lineup on Monday afternoon. It's unclear who he will replace, but it will most likely be Connor Clifton.

Hughes missed three games while in COVID-19 protocol but is eligible to play Thursday in San Jose. The Canucks would not announce who will come out to make room for Hughes but it should be either Brad Hunt or Kyle Burroughs.

Hronek missed two games while in COVID-19 protocol but is expected to play Thursday in New York. Hronek, who has eight points (1G / 7A) in his last 13 games, will replace Gustav Lindstrom (mid-body).