John Carlson
D - Washington Capitals
Is taking a maintenance day.
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His absence from today's practice is due to maintenance.
Is not on the ice for practice.
Returns to action tonight. He'll play on the top pairing and run the top power play unit.
Is on the ice for the morning skate.
Is not expected to be in the lineup for today's game.
Is at today's optional practice in a full-contact jersey.
Is on the ice in a no-contact jersey.
Is skating in full gear today in advance of the team's practice. He remains weeks away from a return.
Was on the ice today for a light workout. He is expected to be reevaluated in late February.
His facial injury is considered to be long term.
Has left the game after taking a puck to the face.
Is a game time decision for today's game.
Is not expected to be in the lineup for today's game.
Is not expected to be in the lineup for today's game.
Is on the ice for practice in a no-contact jersey.