Doughty was injured when he went for a hit on Sharks forward Tyler Kennedy mid-way through the first period. As of the time the team left the arena, it was not clear whether Doughty would travel with to Vancouver, where the Canucks will host the Kings on Saturday night. Expect an update later on Friday.
Doughty gets a more defensive partner as coach Terry Murray did not like the two together. So far he has two goals and seven points but posted no points and a minus-2 rating last night.
The Kings finally put these two together at even strength. Doughty somewhat struggled in the early going but has solid numbers with two goals and seven points over 12 games.
Doughty is back tonight and will presumably play in all situations. Make sure you update your lineup accordingly.
We will fully confirm tomorrow as well but feel free to slot Doughty back into your lineup.
As expected, look for Doughty to sit out tonight. He likely gets back into the lineup at some point this weekend but stay tuned for a further update.
As expected, look for Doughty to sit out tonight. He likely gets back into the lineup at some point this weekend but stay tuned for a further update.
Sounds like Doughty is making progress and could be good-to-go this weekend. As always, stay tuned for a further update.
A few more days of no contact would rule Doughty out for the next two games with a new target date set for the 29th or 30th of the month. Stay tuned, as always, for a further update.
Certainly good news for Doughty, the Kings and fantasy hockey owners. The team plays both Thursday and Saturday and could get their number one d-man back around then.
Certainly an encouraging sign for his fantasy hockey owners but Doughty likely stays sidelined at least until Tuesday. Stay tuned for a further update on his status...
Certainly an encouraging sign for his fantasy hockey owners but Doughty likely stays sidelined for at least another week. Stay tuned for a further update on his status...
No further update from coach Terry Murray. Vyacheslav Voynov will continue to take his place in the lineup.
Doughty left the game following a big hit by the Flyers' Zac Rinaldo. In his four games this season, Doughty registered one assist with a minus-1 rating. With a shortened training camp Doughty could be more susceptible to injury. More to come...
Doughty took a charge from Zac Rinaldo earlier in the game. Stay tuned for a further update.
Doughty has acclimated to the Kings' system following holding out during the preseason. At this point the offensive isn't quite there -- one assist through two games -- but it should come back with time.
Great news for fantasy hockey owners as the more time he spends on the ice, the more opportunities he has to produce. Regardless, his totals of last season -- 11 goals, 40 points -- should be his absolute floor.
Expect Doughty to take a couple shifts with the team as he gets back to NHL speed. Starting the season in Europe probably won't help him get acclimated either. Regardless, his totals of last season -- 11 goals, 40 points -- should be his absolute floor.
Doughty will be playing his first game of the preseason, interesting to see how he adapts.
Feel free to draft him as early as the second round with the understanding he may start the season slowly.
