Ekman-Larsson sustained a lower-body injury versus the Sharks on Thursday and will need further evaluation to determine how long he'll be out, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

Ekman-Larsson needed help off the ice after the injury, which doesn't bode well for his availability versus the Oilers on Saturday. The 34-year-old defenseman's status won't be updated until his injury has been fully evaluated. Philippe Myers will likely play if Ekman-Larsson misses time.

Aspirot (upper body) won't return to Thursday's game versus the Jets.

Aspirot was injured late in the first period and didn't return at the start of the second. The 26-year-old defenseman can be considered day-to-day. If he misses time, Victor Soderstrom would likely re-enter the lineup.

Lundkvist (illness) will miss Thursday's game in Minnesota, per Mike Heika of the Stars' official site.

Lundkvist has a goal and three points in six outings this season. Vladislav Kolyachonok is projected to draw into the lineup due to Lundkvist's absence.

Edvinsson (lower body) is slated to be in the lineup against Edmonton on Thursday, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

Edvinsson exited Wednesday's 4-3 win over Calgary due to the injury, but it seems he won't miss a full game. Edvinsson has three goals, nine points, 44 PIM, 37 hits and 57 blocks in 28 outings this year.

Carlson (upper body) is set to play against Carolina on Thursday.

Carlson was a game-time decision after missing the Capitals' past three matchups. He has six goals and 23 points in 26 appearances in 2025-26. Dylan McIlrath is expected to be a healthy scratch Thursday due to Carlson's return.

Rielly (illness) will play Thursday versus San Jose, according to Dave McCarthy of NHL.com.

Rielly was questionable after missing Wednesday's practice, but he won't miss a game due to the illness. The 31-year-old is expected to serve on the top pairing alongside Oliver Ekman-Larsson versus the Sharks. Rielly should also feature on the top power-play unit.

Lamoureux was assigned to AHL Tucson on Thursday.

Lamoureux made five appearances for the Mammoth over the past week, and he recorded an assist, 11 hits, nine blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-4 rating while averaging 14:39 of ice time. He should have more consistent opportunities to make an impact in the minors.

St. Ivany (lower body) was activated off injured non-roster Thursday.

St. Ivany hasn't played for Pittsburgh yet this season, but he did score a goal and five points across five appearances with AHL Wilkes-Barre/Scranton as part of a conditioning stint. The 26-year-old is now an option to draw into the lineup, but he might not do so Thursday versus Montreal. Pittsburgh has eight healthy defenseman on its active roster, including St. Ivany.

McAvoy (face) was activated off injured reserve ahead of Thursday's clash with Winnipeg.

McAvoy was officially deemed a game-time decision versus the Jets, but the blueliner's activation off injured reserve clears the way for him to suit up Thursday. In addition to linking up with Hampus Lindholm on the top pairing, McAvoy should rejoin the top power-play unit, making him a top-end fantasy target.

Walman (lower body) was placed on long-term injured reserve Thursday.

Walman has already been out of the lineup for the last seven games, and only needs to miss three more, so his placement on LTIR is unlikely to impact his return to action. While the team hasn't provided an update beyond calling the blueliner week-to-week, fantasy managers can probably expect him to be sidelined at least through the Christmas break.