National Hockey

ST. LOUIS (AP) — St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas is returning to the lineup for Tuesday night’s contest against the Minnesota Wild after missing 12 games with a fractured right ankle . “It’s obviously frustrating being out,” Thomas said.

Alex Ovechkin is considered week-to-week after injuring his lower left leg in the Washington Capitals’ most recent game at Utah, an absence that is expected to slow down his pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's NHL career goals record .

New York Rangers forward Filip Chytil does not have a concussion and is expected to rejoin the team in Calgary, according to a person with knowledge of the situation.

CALGARY, Alberta (AP) — New York Islanders defenseman Mike Reilly will undergo a procedure to address a preexisting heart condition that was found during routine tests after being concussed earlier this month.

Anaheim Ducks (7-8-2, in the Pacific Division) vs. Chicago Blackhawks (6-11-1, in the Central Division) Chicago; Tuesday, 8:30 p.m.

Carolina Hurricanes (13-4, in the Metropolitan Division) vs. Philadelphia Flyers (8-9-2, in the Metropolitan Division) Philadelphia; Wednesday, 7:30 p.m.

Nashville Predators (6-10-3, in the Central Division) vs. Seattle Kraken (9-9-1, in the Pacific Division) Seattle; Wednesday, 10 p.m.

Buffalo Sabres (8-9-1, in the Atlantic Division) vs. Los Angeles Kings (10-6-3, in the Pacific Division) Los Angeles; Wednesday, 10:30 p.m.

San Jose Sharks (6-10-4, in the Pacific Division) vs. Dallas Stars (11-6, in the Central Division) Dallas; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Stars host the San Jose Sharks after the Sharks took down the Detroit Red Wings 5-4 in overtime.

Edmonton Oilers (9-8-2, in the Pacific Division) vs. Ottawa Senators (8-8-1, in the Atlantic Division) Ottawa, Ontario; Tuesday, 7 p.m.