The COVID-19 protocol list isn't getting any smaller from the Pittsburgh Penguins’ point of view. Backup goaltender Casey DeSmith is the latest player to be added to the list. In a piece of positive news, however, Evgeni Malkin could be in line to make his season debut tonight against the Anaheim Ducks. [PensBurgh]
In other housekeeping/roster news, the Penguins also recalled forwards Anthony Angello and Radim Zohorna to the taxi squad. [Trib Live]
Brian Boyle just recently celebrated the birth of his new son, Callum. At 37 years old and really just playing to capture a Stanley Cup at this point in his career, Boyle remains motivated by his faith and his family.