Reilly Smith is expected to enter the lineup for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final as teammate William Karlsson deals with an injury, per Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet.
The roster adjustment comes just minutes before the scheduled puck drop, with Sportsnet and Sportsnet+ beginning their coverage of the championship matchup. Karlsson, a vital part of the team's forward depth, appears set to miss the contest, though the specific nature and severity of his injury have not yet been officially disclosed by the club.
Smith will step into the rotation to fill the void left by Karlsson as the team navigates this significant late-hour change. The transition comes at a critical juncture in the series, forcing a shuffle in line combinations for one of the biggest games of the season. According to Friedman, while Smith is the primary expected change, further updates regarding the full lineup may emerge as official sheets are submitted.
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