NTLNH: Bolduc, Monahan, Demko, Chychrun News
- Louis Blues forward Zachary Bolduc was fined by the NHL Department of Player Safety for cross-checking Nashville Predators defenseman Nick Blankenburg during sunday's 4-1 victory.
- Bolduc will be fined $2,248.26, the maximum allowable amount under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- Louis' Zack Bolduc has been fined $2,248.26, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for cross-checking against Nashville's Nick Blankenburg.
NHL Roundup: Bolduc Fined,Monahan Returns,Demko Activated,and Chychrun Avoids Serious Injury
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Latest news and updates from around the National Hockey League.
Bolduc Fined for Cross-Checking
St. Louis Blues forward Zachary Bolduc was fined by the NHL Department of Player Safety for cross-checking Nashville Predators defenseman Nick Blankenburg during sunday’s 4-1 victory.
Bolduc will be fined $2,248.26, the maximum allowable amount under the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
St. Louis’ Zack Bolduc has been fined $2,248.26, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for cross-checking against Nashville’s Nick Blankenburg.
NHL Player Safety (@NHLPlayerSafety)
The incident occurred at 13:22 of the third period. Blankenburg appeared to make contact with Robert Thomas’s knee. While the Predators defender was on the ice, Bolduc cross-checked him in the back.
bolduc, No. 76 for St. Louis, was ejected from the game following the play.
Monahan Returns to Blue Jackets Lineup
The columbus Blue Jackets are getting a boost as they push for a playoff spot.
Center Sean Monahan is expected to return to the lineup Monday night when the New York Islanders visit Columbus.
The 30-year-old veteran has been sidelined since Jan. 7 with a hand injury. He has 14 goals and 41 points in 41 games this season.
Last season, split between the Montreal Canadiens and Winnipeg Jets, Monahan tallied 26 goals and 59 points in 83 games.
Columbus will also receive a boost on defense.
Erik Gudbranson, who has spent most of the season as a healthy scratch, is slated to play his fourth game of the season.
He had been on injured reserve as October after undergoing shoulder surgery.
The Blue Jackets are currently on the outside of the Eastern Conference playoff picture. With a 2-7-1 record in their last 10 games, Columbus is four points behind the Montreal Canadiens for the final wild-card spot. The Islanders are two points ahead of the Blue Jackets in the standings.
Demko Activated from Injured reserve
The Vancouver Canucks are set to welcome back their No. 1 goaltender, Thatcher demko.
The team announced that Demko has been activated from injured reserve ahead of their game against the New jersey Devils.
Demko participated in a full practice with his teammates on Sunday, following a 4-3 loss to the New York Rangers.
The American goaltender was injured on Feb. 8 and placed on injured reserve on Feb. 23. He also began the 2024-2025 season on injured reserve,making his season debut on Dec. 10.
In 17 games this season, the 29-year-old Demko has a 6-6-3 record with a 2.87 goals-against average and a .891 save percentage.
Vancouver (32-26-12) is currently five points behind the St. Louis Blues for the final playoff spot in the Western Conference.
Chychrun Avoids Serious Injury
Washington capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun missed practice Monday after suffering a cut on his arm in Saturday’s game against the Florida Panthers.
The 26-year-old defenseman avoided a more serious injury.
Chychrun fell in the corner of the rink and appeared to be cut on the wrist by a skate.He left the ice and did not play the final 8:09 of the first period but returned in the second period.
capitals coach spencer Carberry said Chychrun will travel with the team, but his availability for Tuesday’s game against the Winnipeg Jets is uncertain.
It’s frightening to see events that become so close to really, really perilous,
Carberry said.
Chychrun has been a key player in his first season in Washington, scoring 18 goals and 25 assists for 43 points in 64 games.
NHL Roundup: Injury Updates and Player News (March 25,2025)
Get the latest updates from around the NHL,including player returns,injury news,and disciplinary actions.
Key Headlines:
Zachary Bolduc Fined: St. Louis Blues forward fined for cross-checking.
Sean Monahan Returns: Columbus Blue Jackets center returns from injury.
Thatcher Demko Activated: Vancouver Canucks goaltender returns from injured reserve.
Jakob Chychrun injury Update: Capitals defenseman avoids serious injury.
Player Discipline and Injuries: Your NHL News Guide
1. Why was Zachary Bolduc Fined?
Zachary Bolduc, a forward for the St.Louis Blues, was fined for cross-checking Nashville Predators defenseman Nick Blankenburg during Sunday’s game.
The Incident: The cross-checking occurred in the third period.
The fine: Bolduc was fined $2,248.26, which is the maximum allowable amount under the NHL’s Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).
“St. Louis’ Zack Bolduc has been fined $2,248.26, the maximum allowable under the CBA, for cross-checking against Nashville’s Nick blankenburg.” – NHL Player Safety (@nhlplayersafety)
2. Is Sean Monahan Returning too the Blue Jackets?
Yes, center Sean Monahan is expected to return to the Columbus Blue Jackets lineup on Monday night against the New York Islanders.
Injury: monahan has been sidelined as January 7th due to a hand injury.
Season Stats (2024-2025): In 41 games this season, Monahan has 14 goals and 41 points.
Team Boost: Erik Gudbranson, who has been a healthy scratch for most of the season, is also expected to play.
3. When Did Thacher Demko Return to Vancouver Canucks?
Thatcher Demko, the Vancouver Canucks’ starting goaltender, has been activated from injured reserve.
Return Date: Demko participated in a full practice on Sunday.
Previous Injury: Demko was injured on February 8th and placed on injured reserve on February 23rd.
Season Stats (2024-2025): In 17 games, Demko has a 6-6-3 record with a 2.87 goals-against average and a .891 save percentage.
4. What is the Injury Status of Jakob Chychrun?
Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun suffered a cut on his arm during Saturday’s game against the Florida Panthers. Fortunately, he avoided a serious injury.
The Incident: Chychrun fell in the corner of the rink and appeared to be cut by a skate.
Current Status: Chychrun missed Monday’s practice, but will travel with the team. His availability for Tuesday’s game against the Winnipeg Jets is uncertain.
* Season Performance: In 64 games this season,Chychrun has 18 goals and 25 assists for a total of 43 points.
5.How are these injuries impacting the NHL Playoffs?
Here’s a summary of how these player situations impact their respective teams:
| Team | Player | Status | Impact |
| —————— | ————— | ————————- | ———————————————————————- |
| St. Louis blues | Zachary Bolduc | Fined | No immediate impact, but the Blues face disciplinary consequences |
| columbus Blue Jackets | Sean Monahan | Returning from Injury | Potential boost to offense in playoff push |
| Vancouver Canucks | thatcher Demko | Returning from Injury | Key return for playoff push |
| Washington Capitals | Jakob chychrun | Recovering from injury | Uncertainty for upcoming game, but avoided serious harm. |