Point Set to Return for Lightning Clash with Maple Leafs
Brayden Point is set to make his return for the Tampa Bay Lightning against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Monday. This game is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET and can be viewed on various networks including TVAS, Prime, NHLN, and The Spot. Point has been sidelined for seven games due to an undisclosed injury. Coach Jon Cooper expressed optimism about his return, noting it offers a boost to the team, especially considering their performance in recent games.
Injury Updates for the Lightning
Along with Point’s return, the Lightning are still managing significant injuries. Andrei Vasilevskiy, the team’s starting goalie, has been placed on injured reserve with an undisclosed issue. He has missed two games already and will not participate in the upcoming match against the Montreal Canadiens.
- Andrei Vasilevskiy: 11 wins, 6 losses, 1 overtime loss
- Goals Against Average: 2.31
- Save Percentage: .917
In addition, Nikita Kucherov, who leads the team with 34 points (12 goals, 22 assists) across 25 games, participated in the Monday morning skate. He had missed the previous game on Saturday but is expected to return to the lineup against the Maple Leafs.
Logan Cooley’s Injury with the Utah Mammoth
In a related injury update, Logan Cooley of the Utah Mammoth is out indefinitely due to a lower-body injury. The Mammoth announced this news ahead of their game against the Los Angeles Kings, which starts at 9 p.m. ET.
- Logan Cooley’s Stats: 23 points (14 goals, 9 assists) in 29 games.
- Last Played on: December 5 in a 4-1 victory over the Vancouver Canucks.
Coach Andre Tourigny acknowledged the impact of Cooley’s absence but stressed that the team must adapt and find opportunities for other players to step up in his stead.
