NHL Injuries — November 1, 2026
83 players are on injured reserve across the NHL, from every team’s depth chart, updated daily. Players are ranked by wins above replacement (WAR) in 2025-26: how much each team is missing. Injury types and return dates are not included, and players who have not played in over a year (long-term injured reserve) are left out.
Most affected teams
| Team | On IR | WAR lost (2025-26) |
|---|---|---|
| Toronto Maple Leafs | 7 | 6.3 |
| New York Rangers | 3 | 4.5 |
| Minnesota Wild | 5 | 3.7 |
| Edmonton Oilers | 6 | 3.7 |
| Los Angeles Kings | 3 | 3.7 |
| New York Islanders | 4 | 3.5 |
| Calgary Flames | 3 | 3.4 |
| Anaheim Ducks | 3 | 2.6 |
| Florida Panthers | 4 | 2.3 |
| Buffalo Sabres | 4 | 2.3 |
Injured reserve
Games missed counts his team’s games this season since his last NHL game.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many NHL players are on injured reserve?
83 players are on injured reserve across the NHL as of November 1, 2026.
Which NHL team has the most significant injuries right now?
The Toronto Maple Leafs have 7 players on injured reserve, worth a combined 6.3 wins above replacement in 2025-26, the most of any team.
Who are the most important NHL players currently injured?
By wins above replacement in 2025-26: Igor Shesterkin (NYR, 4.5 WAR), Devin Cooley (CGY, 3.3 WAR), Kirill Marchenko (TOR, 2.6 WAR).