Devils' Nico Hischier: Ruled out Thursday

Hischier (lower body) will not participate in Thursday's game against Winnipeg, per Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Hischier will miss a second-consecutive game while dealing with a lower-body injury. The 23-year-old has averaged 19:36 of ice time -- 3:39 during the power play -- and generated five points over his last five appearances. He will set his sights on returning for Saturday's game versus Anaheim.