Toronto is awaiting word on Kirill Marchenko after the forward left Monday’s game with a lower-body injury. His absence would weaken an offense where he has been a point-a-game producer and could reopen a top-six role for rookie Gavin McKenna. Calgary’s Aydar Suniev also left with an apparent head injury, while Ottawa defenseman Thomas Chabot is nearing a return.

By the Numbers
  • Marchenko: 14 points in 13 games.
  • McKenna: 8 points in 13 games.
  • Suniev: 4 points, including 3 goals, in 7 games.
  • Chabot: 4 points in 9 games before his injury.
Yes, But

Marchenko tried to return after stretching his leg on the bench but quickly headed to the locker room. The severity of either Marchenko’s or Suniev’s injury has not been reported.

State of Play
  • Toronto’s week will hinge on updates about Marchenko; McKenna could move back into the top six if he misses time.
  • Suniev’s potential absence could create more ice time for Matvei Gridin, who scored twice Monday.
  • Chabot has returned to full practice and could join Ottawa’s upcoming five-game road trip.
What’s Next

Toronto and Calgary are awaiting further details on their injured forwards. Chabot’s return could give Ottawa its full-strength blue line for the first time this season.

Bottom Line

Three teams face different roster questions: Toronto and Calgary need injury updates, while Ottawa could soon get a key defenseman back.