Martin Hanzal missed Friday's practice to be with his wife, who is expected to give birth to the couple's child, Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic reports.

Hanzal missed Friday's practice to be with his wife, who is expected to give birth to the couple's child, Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic reports.

Analysis:

It's not clear if he plans on meeting the team in Los Angeles for Saturday's matinee tilt against the Kings. The Coyotes should provide an update on his status prior to the game, but if he remains away from the team, Alexandre Bolduc would likely be called upon to enter the lineup in his place.