According to Helene St. James, Detroit Red Wings right wing Vladimir Tarasenko (illness) remained sidelined during Tuesday's practice. The 33-year-old could not play on Monday evening against the Anaheim Ducks and could be in danger of missing their next contest on Thursday evening against the

The immediate status report on Detroit Red Wings forward Michael Rasmussen is that his departure from Saturday's game looked worse that it was.

Detroit — The feel-good story surrounding the Red Wings currently looks like it's going to stay around a bit longer. Dominik Shine, who made his NHL debut at age 31 in Monday's victory over Los Angeles, appears to be staying at least for the start of the Wings' upcoming four-game road trip Thursday in Edmonton.

Misses practice Tuesday

Detroit Red Wings winger Vladimir Tarasenko (illness) is a game-time decision for Monday's tilt against the Los Angeles Kings. He is battling to recover from an illness in time for the puck drop. Tarasenko has not had a good time in Motown,

Lucas Raymond is a big reason the Detroit Red Wings are doing so well, and Patrick Kane may soon rejoin the lineup.

Tarasenko will miss his second game of the season. He was deemed questionable heading into the contest, so he might be able to suit up for Thursday's road game in Edmonton. Dominik Shine will draw into the lineup and make his NHL debut Monday.

When the Florida Panthers acquired Vladimir Tarasenko at the NHL Trade Deadline last March, it was like reacquiring an old teammate. For many on the team, Tarasenko was considered an honorary Panther.

The Red Wings are struggling for offense these days and the team didn't get news Thursday that'll necessarily help that matter.

The Detroit Red Wings have a player on their hands who does nothing but work and is far from a "dull boy." All successful hockey organizations make the most of their drafting and development. Part of that is selecting the right players for the team.

Detroit faces an uncertain lineup due to pervasive injuries heading into Monday night's game against the Los Angeles Kings

Questionable for Monday