With Skinner out, the Canes only skates 11 forwards this morning. Ruutu found himself on the second line and the 4th line was missing a skater. Will update as we learn more. They could go with 7 D or play Bergeron on forward, although he did practice as a D-man.
Could be troublesome for Skinner who has a history of concussions already in his short NHL career.
Skinner hasn't played since February 14 when he suffered a concussion. He will be back in the lineup tonight when Carolina takes on Pittsburgh. Skinner will be back on a line with Jordan Staal who is making his return to Pittsburgh tonight. Skinner had seven goals and seven assists in 13 games before getting injured.
Skinner suffered a concussion on February 14th vs. Toronto and is out indefinitely. He has a history of concussion problems and this injury wil l likely be dealt with very carefully. He skated with a non-contact jersey today at practice, however the practice was only seven minutes long. There is no timetable for Skinner's return so monitor his status after the weekend
Skinner is having a good season with 14 points in 13 games. He won't play tomorrow vs. the Habs, consider him day-to-day and monitor his status before Thursday when Carolina takes on Winnipeg.
Skinner draws back into the lineup after his suspension. The second-year forward scored 20 goals and 41 points in 55 games.
Skinner will not be eligible to play until Wednesday, March 21st against the Florida Panthers.
Skinner is once again moved off the top line. The phenom has 20 goals and 41 points in 55 games.
Skinner moves up to the top line, playing on what looks like a formidable trio. The reigning Calder Trophy winner has 19 goals and 40 points in 54 games played.
Skinner stayed down after a hard hit from Brooks Orpik last night. The reigning Calder Trophy winner has an assist in two games since returning.
Skinner returned to the lineup yesterday and took a shot on goal. Expect him to get back to speed over the next couple of games.
Skinner is expected to play tonight. He has 12 goals and 24 points in 30 games but last played on December 7th. Expect a bit of rust on the super-skilled forward.
The Canes play tomorrow so there is still a chance that Skinner gets back into the lineup this weekend.
Skinner could draw back into the lineup this weekend if he gets the OK. Before getting hurt he scored 12 goals and 24 points through 30 games. Keep your eyes peeled for the Rookie of the Year.
Skinner continues to skate in a no-contact jersey. Even though fantasy hockey owners likely wish he would progress quicker, his constant presence during practice is a great sign.
Skinner continues to play without contact as the Canes take it easy with their youngster. If he continues to progress, he could shed the yellow jersey this week.
Skinner still has no timetable for his return. He last played on December 7th.
All concussions are different but it looks like there is an outside shot Skinner returns this month. The reigning Rookie of the Year has 12 goals and 24 points through 30 games.
Skinner continues to skate, which is a great sign for the Canes. The next step now is taking contact.
Skinner skated for the first time since getting concussed. The reigning Rookie of the Year has 12 goals and 24 points through 30 games.
