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Stars' Andrew Cogliano: Will play Thursday

Cogliano will return to action versus the Avs following a three-game stint on the shelf. The winger was stuck in a nine-game pointless streak prior to getting hurt and will almost certainly miss the 30-point mark for the first time since 2014-15, when he came one point shy (29). Even with Radek Faksa (neck) doubtful, Cogliano figures to slot into a bottom-six role.

Stars' Andrew Cogliano: Doubtful for Tuesday

Check back prior to Tuesday's game to confirm Cogliano's status, but it looks like the one-time NHL iron man is set to sit out one more game before making his return.

Stars' Andrew Cogliano: Done for trip

Cogliano was limited to just 3:17 of ice time Tuesday before his exit for an issue that will keep him out for at least two contests. Considering the veteran winger has tallied just three points over 17 games since joining the Stars, his absence shouldn't ruin many fantasy seasons, but it will open the door for Joel L'Esperance to rejoin the lineup Thursday.

Stars' Andrew Cogliano: Will miss first game due to injury

Thursday will mark the first game of Cogliano's 12-year career that the veteran will miss due to injury. The Ontario native sustained the injury in Tuesday's game against the Golden Knights -- Cogliano got hit by Ryan Reaves and went straight to the locker room. The winger was taking over duties in the second line with Jamie Benn (upper body) out, but Benn's status has yet to be determined.

Stars' Andrew Cogliano: Done for night

Cogliano got crushed by Ryan Reaves in the first period and went straight to the locker room. He has just three points in 17 games with the Stars, but he was given second-line duties in this contest with Jamie Benn (upper body) also out. The Stars now have just 11 healthy forwards, so they may need to dip into AHL Texas for reinforcements.