Zucker recorded seven hits and three shots in 13:11 of ice time against the Rangers in Game 3 on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Zucker was back in the lineup after three games on the sidelines and certainly didn't hold back, leading the Penguins with his seven hits. With Rickard Rakell (upper body) out, coach Mike Sullivan has shuffled up the lines a bit, deploying Zucker on the third group with Jeff Carter, though that could certainly change before Game 4 on Monday.

Zucker (lower body) participate in line rushes during warmups, indicating he'll play in Saturday's Game 3 versus the Rangers, Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Zucker warmed up with Jeff Carter and Brock McGinn on the third line. Barring a late change, Drew O'Connor will exit the lineup to accommodate Zucker's return to action after a three-game absence. The 30-year-old could also feature on the power play.

Zucker (lower body) did not take line rushes in warmups, which suggests he won't play in Thursday's Game 2 versus the Rangers, Jon Lane of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Zucker was deemed a game-time decision for Thursday's contest, but it appears he'll need a bit more time to feel comfortable playing. The 30-year-old's next chance to return is back home in Pittsburgh for Saturday's Game 3.

Zucker (lower body) will be a game-time decision versus the Rangers on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

If Zucker is able to play, he would immediately step into the second-line spot being vacated by the injured Rickard Rakell (upper body). In addition to taking Rakell's even-strength spot, Zucker should be in contention to link up with the No. 2 power-play unit and should be capable of offering solid top-half fantasy value. If Zucker can't go, Drew O'Connor would step into the lineup instead.

Zucker (lower body) won't be available against the Rangers for Game 1 on Tuesday but hasn't been ruled out for Thursday's Game 2.

EDGE Analysis

Zucker is skating but hasn't been cleared for contact yet according to coach Mike Sullivan. If the winger is given the green light Thursday, he figures to jump right into a second-line role with Evgeni Malkin and Rickard Rakell. In the meantime, Danton Heinen is poised to fill that spot.

Zucker (lower body) took the ice for a solo skate Monday and may be ahead of schedule. Coach Mike Sullivan told reporters, "It's real significant. The fact that he's on the ice is a big step. We'll go from there, but we're certainly encouraged," Pens Inside Scoop reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Sullivan didn't clear Zucker to play in Game 1 against the Rangers on Tuesday, it certainly should be something fantasy players are monitoring heading into that matchup. Whenever Zucker does get the green light, he should link up with Evgeni Malkin and Rickard Rakell on the second line and figures to be part of the No. 2 power-play unit.

Zucker (lower body) is considered day-to-day but won't be available "early in Round 1," Dave Molinari of DKPittsburghSports.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Mike Sullivan noted that he could be available later in the series, but it sounds like Zucker will miss at least the first couple of games against the Rangers. The 30-year-old winger scored 17 points during 41 games during his injury-plagued regular season.

Zucker's lower-body injury is still being assessed by the Penguins' medical staff, Seth Rorabaugh of TribLive.com reports, effectively ruling him out versus Columbus on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The fact that there is still no clear picture regarding Zucker's status would seem to be a bad sign for the winger. If given the green light to play, Zucker would likely join Evgeni Malkin on the second line, a spot currently being occupied by Danton Heinen.

Zucker is being evaluated from a lower-body injury after leaving Tuesday's game versus the Oilers, Mike DeFabo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Zucker struggled off the ice late in the first period and didn't join the Penguins' bench to start the second. It's unclear if he'll be able to return to this contest. If not, Zucker should be considered day-to-day ahead of Friday's game versus the Blue Jackets.

Zucker (illness) will play Saturday against Detroit.

EDGE Analysis

Zucker is expected to skate on the second line and No. 2 power-play unit Saturday. He's picked up two goals through his last five games.