Gagner (COVID-19 protocols) isn't expected to play Friday against Chicago, NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gagner was just placed on the NHL's COVID-19 protocol list Thursday, so this news doesn't come as a surprise. With Gagner on the shelf, Givani Smith is expected to draw into the lineup Friday. At this point it isn't clear when Gagner will receive clearance to return to game action.