Anton Volchenkov isn't going to make New Jersey's road trip, which means he'll miss at least the Devils' next two games (Dec. 12 and 13). Volchenkov has more value in real life than he does in fantasy, unless your league tracks hits and blocked shots. A hard-working style has taken its toll on the rugged defenseman over the years, as he's played 68 games or less since the 2007-08 season.

Anton Volchenkov isn't playing on Saturday afternoon due to a hand injury. Volchenkov might still play on Monday, but Devils coach Pete DeBoer said it was "too early to tell." Volchenkov aggravated the injury during Thursday's game.

Anton Volchenkov (hand) hasn't been ruled out for Saturday's contest. Volchenkov aggravated "a minor hand injury" on Thursday, according to Devils coach Pete DeBoer. Volchenkov won't need surgery and he doesn't have a broken bone.

Anton Volchenkov (hand) wasn't on the ice with the Devils Friday morning. Volchenkov aggravated "a minor hand injury" on Thursday, according to Devils coach Pete DeBoer. Consider Volchenkov questionable for Saturday's contest.

Anton Volchenkov left Thursday's game in the third period due to a hand injury. "He hurt his hand. He had a minor hand injury going in and he hurt it," coach Pete DeBoer said. "It's a concern." He has 60 hits and leads the team with 51 blocked shots in 27 games this season. We'll keep you posted.

Anton Volchenkov will play on Wednesday night after being knocked out of Monday's contest early. He participated in the morning skate and reported no problems. Volchenkov suffered facial lacerations and whip-lash symptoms after a hit from Florida's Shawn Matthias.

Despite facial lacerations and whiplash-like symptoms, Anton Volchenkov might actually be able to play on Nov. 23. Lou Lamoriello said that the Devils will see how feels on Wednesday morning, so stick with Rotoworld for updates on Volchenkov's status. Naturally, he's more valuable in leagues with deeper stats like hits and time on ice because Volchenkov doesn't make money for scoring.

Anton Volchenkov exited Monday's devastating loss to Florida early in the first period following a shoulder hit from the Panthers' Shawn Matthias 2:38 into the game. He suffered a cut to the lip and had a bloody forehead, which he apparently sustained when he hit the ice. Volchenkov required 10-12 stitches to close the wound and his night ended with him playing just one shift. Stay tuned.

Anton Volchenkov was on the ice early on Wednesday before making his way to join his teammates for practice. He didn't participate in Tuesday's practice with what head coach Pete DeBoer called "bumps and bruises." Volchenkov also took part in New Jersey's team scrimmage on Wednesday.