Erik Gustafsson scored a power-play goal in Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

The power-play marker was Gustafsson's seventh goal of the season which represents a career-high, and he now sits at 16 points through 33 games. Gustav Forsling also scored in the victory which was only the team's second win in its last 12 games.

Gustafsson (illness) will return to the lineup for Friday's game against the Jets, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gustafsson has missed Chicago's last two games due to an illness, but he was never expected to be sidelined long term. The Blackhawks will be happy to have him back on the ice against Winnipeg, as he's been a solid source of offence from the blue line recently, notching four goals and six points in his last nine contests.

Gustafsson (illness) won't play Wednesday against the Penguins, Eric Lear of the Blackhawks' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gustafsson will miss a second consecutive contest due to an illness, but it isn't expected to hold him out long term. The Swedish blueliner will hope to recover in time for Friday's matchup with the Jets.

Gustafsson won't play in Tuesday's road game versus the Jets due to an illness, Eric Lear of the Blackhawks' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gustafsson was heating up with three goals and five points in the last seven games. The Blackhawks host the Penguins on Wednesday, so Gustafsson is in danger of missing two straight if he can't shake the sickness. His absence will allow Jan Rutta to enter the lineup.

Gustafsson picked up an assist while logging 22:08 of ice time in Thursday's 6-5 loss to the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

Gustafsson has been red hot recently, notching three goals and four points in his last five appearances. The Swedish blueliner is currently skating on the Blackhawks' top power-play unit and averaging over 21 minutes of ice time per contest, so he's definitely worth a look in deeper leagues if he's still available.

Gustafsson scored a goal while logging a team-high 23:04 of ice time in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Coyotes.

EDGE Analysis

Gustafsson has been impressive early on this season, notching four points in six games while posting a plus-3 rating. The Swedish blueliner's role with the Blackhawks appears to be steadily growing, so he's definitely worth a look in most fantasy formats.

Gustafsson will play for Team Sweden at the upcoming IIHF World Hockey Championship, TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gustafsson showed some potential in limited action with the Blackhawks this season, notching five goals and 16 points while averaging 18:33 of ice time in 35 contests. The 26-year-old blueliner still has two years remaining on his contract with Chicago, but he won't be guaranteed a spot on the big club's Opening Night roster next season, so he'll have to earn one in training camp.

Gustafsson collected a goal, an assist, three shots and a plus-3 rating through 21:31 of ice time (2:35 with the man advantage) during Thursday's 6-2 win over Winnipeg.

EDGE Analysis

The 26-year-old blueliner is receiving an extended late-season look, and he's capitalized on the opportunity to the tune of three goals, seven assists, 29 shots and 21 blocked shots through his past 12 games. Gustafsson has a one-way contract kick in next year, so expect him to continue to see similar minutes over the final week of the season. He's averaged 19:04 per game with 2:20 on the power play during the noted 12-game stretch.

Gustafsson delivered a three-point effort in Saturday's 7-4 loss to Boston. He had a goal and added two assists.

EDGE Analysis

It was a massive game for the otherwise unspectacular defender. Gustafsson is solid and relatively reliable, and that means little to no fantasy value.

The Blackhawks signed Gustafsson to a two-year contract extension Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Gustafsson has only drawn into 19 games with the Blackhawks this season, but he's been solid over that span, picking up one goal and five points while registering a minus-1 rating. The 25-year-old blueliner likely won't ever produce enough offense to be a viable option in most season-long fantasy formats, but he should be a reliable bottom-pairing option for Chicago over the next two seasons.