Joe McDonald: Boston Bruins coach Bruce Cassidy said that forward David Backes is doubtful for the “next couple of games.”
Chris Ryndak of Sabres: The Buffalo Sabres have put defenseman Marco Scandella on the IR and recalled defenseman Lawrence Pilut. Scandella suffered a lower-body injury on October 24th.
Michael Russo: Minnesota Wild defenseman Greg Pateryn may travel with the team on their road trip. He had abdominal surgery during training camp. They are scheduled to have three practices and four morning skates while on the road, so he could be getting closer.