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Maple Leafs' Martin Marincin: Only four games played in last two months

Marincin has only played in four games since the start of February. He can't help you if he's in a business suit.

Maple Leafs' Martin Marincin: Continues to be healthy scratch

He's not hurt; he just can't crack the lineup. Marincin did dress as a forward at practice this week to balance numbers, but it doesn't make him more valuable. He can't get out of coach Mike Babcock's dog house.

Maple Leafs' Martin Marincin: Returning to action Saturday

This will the Slovak's first game since sustaining the injury Dec. 10, in a road clash with the Bruins. A no-frills blueliner, Marincin should reprise his role as a penalty-killing specialist, reportedly lining up alongside Nikita Zaitsev to form the second pair in this next contest. Marincin contributed five points in 16 games -- along with an impressive 7.1 shooting percentage -- which is quite the fine pace; hopefully he can pick up where he left off.

Maple Leafs' Martin Marincin: Headed to injured reserve

Considering the timetable for Marincin's injury, this is not an especially surprising move as the Leafs will now be afforded some flexibility with their roster until the Czech blueliner can return. Frank Corrado stands to see more ice time while Marincin remains on the shelf.

Maple Leafs' Martin Marincin: Out 4-6 weeks

This lower-body ailment is just the latest injury for Marincin, who has already missed 13 contests this year and will be sidelined for at least another month. When healthy, the defenseman has been relatively productive with five points and 14 shots on goal in 16 outings. Concerns about the 24-year-old's ability to stay healthy make him a risky play in most fantasy formats.