Welcome to the NHL Status Report. Here is the latest lineup/injury news around the NHL.

New York Islanders

Jonathan Drouin practiced with the Islanders on Sunday after the forward missed the previous three because of an illness. … Calum Ritchie could miss the start of the season because of a lower-body injury; the rookie forward is expected to be out 1-2 weeks.

Pittsburgh Penguins

Ryan Graves was placed on waivers by the Penguins on Saturday. The 30-year-old defenseman has four seasons remaining on a six-year contract ($4.5 million average annual value) he signed on July 1, 2023. Graves had four points last season (one goal, three assists) in 61 regular-season games. ... Defenseman Owen Pickering , who was expected to challenge for the opening night roster, was sent to Wilkes-Bar

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