Staal (leg) will skate this morning for the first time since breaking his leg.
Staal had surgery on his fractured fibula in late September. Staal is not expected to be back until later this month at the earliest, most likely early January.
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Staal will miss 3-4 months after undergoing successful surgery on a fractured fibula.
Staal had a bad year in 2013-14 and the Hurricanes were looking for a bounce-back season, but this is not a good start. The injury likely means that Elias Lindholm will be thrust into a larger role this season. Don't expect to see Staal until late December or mid-January.
Staal left Tuesday's preseason game with a leg injury and did not return.
Staal was injured in a collision with Sabres' defenseman Josh Gorges. He left the ice unable to put any weight on his leg and was seen leaving the rink on crutches with a cast on his ankle/foot. Head coach Bill Peters did not have an update on Staal, but did say "I'm concerned, for sure." Stall will return to Carolina to be reevaluated.
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Jordan Staal has will move to the first line with his brother Eric Staal and Alex Semin.
Jordan Staal has had a slow start to the season, he has just one goal and two assists through 13 games. Moving him onto a line with his brother Eric is an attempt to wake up the Hurricanes 26th ranked offence.
The Canes acquired forward Jordan Staal from the Pittsburgh Penguins in exchange for forward Brandon Sutter, defensive prospect Brian Dumoulin and the eighth overall selection in this year's draft.
Despite the steep price, Staal is reunited with his brother and could be poised for a breakout season at only 24 years old.
#Pens coach Bylsma: Staal will be in lineup Saturday -Sam
Look for Staal to play on the second line tomorrow. The former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points in 34 games.
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Nothing official yet, but every indication is that Jordan Staal will return to the lineup tomorrow against Winnipeg.
Look for Staal to play on the second line tomorrow. The former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points in 34 games.
#Pens coach Bylsma: Staal got some stitches. He'll be fine -Sam
Tough luck for Staal, who can't avoid injury. Staal should be able to play again this week. The former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points in 34 games.
Jordan Staal, Dustin Jeffrey first on the ice for #Penguins practice. Wearing alternate blue practice gear.
Staal is expected to play this weekend for the Pens. The former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points in 34 games.
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Good indication Jordan Staal is ready to leave IR.
Staal should be able to play again this week. The former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points in 34 games.
Bylsma says Staal, Despres could return in "5 to 10" days.
Staal continues to skate which is a great sign. Limited to only 34 games this season, the former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points on the season. His return would be a huge boost to the Pens' offense.
Add Staal on the ice for the #Pens now as well.
Staal continues to skate which is a great sign. Limited to only 34 games this season, the former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points on the season. His return would be a huge boost to the Pens' offense.
Staal, Despres and Crosby will make trip -Sam
Great news that these three are travelling with the team. Limited to only 34 games this season, the former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points on the season. His return would be a huge boost to the Pens' offense.
Sounds like Staal is out at least one more week, probably closer to two. But he's obviously improving.
Looks like Staal is making progress. Limited to only 34 games this season, the former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points on the season. His return would be a huge boost to the Pens' offense.
Guys that skated earlier: Staal, Despres, Crosby
Staal skating before practice is a great sign. Limited to only 34 games this season, the former 2nd overall pick has 15 goals and 21 points on the season.
Jordan Staal has been placed on long-term IR. He can be removed at any time. #Pens
Likely just a paper move to give the Pens more flexibility. He has 15 goals and 21 points over 34 games.
Staal is out 4-6 weeks
Staal has not played since hurting his knee on Friday night. Tough to expect too much more from him this season as he probably returns with a few weeks left in the season.
The word coming from team sources is that the early prognosis on Staal is that he has a Grade 2/3 MCL tear that would put him out of the lineup for at least 3-6 weeks with no surgery required.
Staal has not played since hurting his knee on Friday night. Tough to expect too much more from him this season as he probably returns with a few weeks left in the season.
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Good news #Pens fans... #JordanStaal, #CraigAdams and @RevLovejoy6 all in the lineup tonight! #letsgopens
Great news for Staal owners as he draws back and should center the second line.
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Staal & Adams game-time decisions.
Reports out of Pittsburgh indicates that Staal will indeed play tonight. Expect him to slot in as the second line center. Expect a further confirmation on his status after warmups.