Protas posted an assist in Sunday's 4-2 loss to the Rangers in Game 4.

EDGE Analysis

Protas picked up two assists, eight shots on net, four hits and a plus-1 rating over four playoff contests. The 23-year-old forward took a step up in 2023-24 with 29 points, 113 shots on net and 49 blocked shots over 78 regular-season outings. Protas should continue to fill a full-time NHL role in 2024-25 after signing a five-year extension with the Capitals back in January.

Protas garnered an assist in a 4-1 loss to the Rangers in Sunday's Game 1.

EDGE Analysis

Protas was able to end a five-game point drought, during which he had 14 shots on net, five hits and two blocked shots. The 23-year-old has been slotting into a top-six role with Dylan Strome and Tom Wilson but could be in danger of dropping further down the lineup if he continues to struggle offensively.

Protas (lower body) is expected to play Sunday versus the Jets, according to Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press.

EDGE Analysis

Protas is poised to return from a two-game absence, barring a last-minute setback. He has contributed five goals, 28 points and 90 shots on net in 65 contests this campaign while occupying roles up and down the lineup.

Protas (lower body) won't play against Carolina on Friday, The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Protas will miss his second consecutive game. He has five goals and 28 points in 65 games this season. Consider him a possibility for Sunday's tilt against the Jets, as he was a full participant at practice Friday.

Protas (lower body) won't play Wednesday versus the Maple Leafs.

EDGE Analysis

Protas battled a lower-body injury last week, but it's unclear if this is a related issue. T.J. Oshie (upper body) is also out Wednesday, allowing both Nicolas Aube-Kubel and Michael Sgarbossa to draw in. Protas has not recorded a point in his last four outings.

Protas (lower body) is set to play Thursday versus Seattle, per Sammi Silber of The Hockey News.

EDGE Analysis

Protas has five goals and 28 points in 62 contests this season. With the 23-year-old drawing back into the lineup following a one-game absence, Nicolas Aube-Kubel is expected to be a healthy scratch.

Protas (lower body) won't play Wednesday versus the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Protas has been limited to two assists over his last six outings. It's unclear when he sustained the injury. Tom Wilson (upper body) is expected to be back in the lineup, likely on the top line where Protas had been playing. The Capitals' next game is Thursday versus the Kraken.

Protas registered two assists and two blocked shots during Saturday's 4-1 win over the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

Protas is enjoying his promotion to the top line alongside Alex Ovechkin and Hendrix Lapierre. The 6-foot-6 forward has nine points in his last 10 games, and Protas is tied for third on the team with 27 even-strength points. A lack of opportunity on the power play will make it tough for Protas to maintain the recent success.

Protas tallied a goal and added two assists in Monday's 6-3 victory over the Senators.

EDGE Analysis

Protas opened the scoring 6:30 into the first period, sliding a backhander by Anton Forsberg off a rush to give the Caps a 1-0 lead. The 23-year-old forward would add an assist on Beck Malenstyn's goal later in the frame before setting up Hendrix Lapierre in the second. Protas now has points in four of his last five contests, totaling two goals and five assists in that span. He's up to five goals and 26 points through 56 games in a middle-six role this season.

Protas tallied a goal and an assist in Saturday's 4-3 win over Montreal.

EDGE Analysis

Protas picked up an assist on Anthony Mantha's opening goal in the first period before adding a tally in the third, pushing a rebound past Jake Allen for the eventual game-winner in a 4-3 victory. It's the first goal since Dec. 7 for Protas, who had just one point in 18 games prior to Saturday's outing. Overall, the 23-year-old forward has four goals and 21 points through 52 games this season.