Mitchell is in the starting lineup for Saturday's season opener against the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell did not participate in Tuesday's team practice due to a hip injury but apparently several more days of rest has brought him to at or near full strength. The 31-year-old center is coming off four consecutive 20-plus point games for the Avalanche but offers little more than deep offensive depth for fantasy owners given he isn't a mainstay on a top-six line.