Pageau provided an assist, two shots on goal, three blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 6-3 win over the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau reached the 20-assist mark when he set up Zach Parise's third-period tally. With a goal and an assist in two games since returning from an upper-body injury, Pageau is right back in good form after slumping prior to his absence. He has 31 points, 100 shots on net, 144 hits, 52 blocked shots and a minus-7 rating through 58 contests.

Pageau scored a goal and blocked two shots in Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau returned to the lineup after missing 12 games with an upper-body injury. His 13:39 of ice time suggests he'll be eased back into action, especially since this was the first half of a back-to-back. The Islanders should appreciate having their all-situations center back in action. He's at 11 goals, 30 points, 98 shots on net, 143 hits, 49 blocked shots and am inus-9 rating through 57 appearances.

Pageau (upper body) was activated from injured reserve ahead of Tuesday's game against Los Angeles, according to the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau was listed as a game-time decision following Tuesday's morning skate, per Andrew Gross of Newsday, but it's expected that he will return to the lineup against the Kings following a 12-game absence. Pageau has registered 10 goals, 29 points, 97 shots on net and 142 hits in 56 contests this campaign.

Pageau (upper body) didn't practice Monday, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau missed practice Monday due to personal reasons. Coach Lane Lambert stated after practice that Pageau could still play Tuesday as the team begins a three-game road trip in Los Angeles against the Kings. If Pageau needs another day, then perhaps he will return Wednesday in Anaheim. Pageau has missed the last 12 games due to the injury. When deemed healthy enough to play, he should return to his usual role, centering the third line.

Pageau (upper body) will not play Saturday versus Washington, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau has missed the last 11 games with the upper-body injury. He has 10 goals and 29 points in 56 games this season, but he had not found the back of the net in his last 17 games before the injury.

Pageau (upper body) is still considered day-to-day and won't be in action versus Pittsburgh on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau will miss his 11th consecutive game due to his upper-body issue but is making strides in his recovery. Prior to getting hurt, the 30-year-old center was stuck in a 17-game goal drought, though he did garner six helpers over that stretch.

Pageau (upper body) wasn't quite ready to play Tuesday versus the Sabres, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

There was some hope that Pageau would be able to play Tuesday after putting in a full practice Monday. Coach Lane Lambert stated that Pegeau is not day-to-day but didn't say whether or not he would play Thursday in Pittsburgh. Pageau has now missed 10 straight games due to the injury but is likely to return to his usual spot as the center for the third line when deemed healthy enough to play.

Pageau (upper body) took part in Monday's practice, Stefen Rosner of NYI Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau rotated in on the fourth line and worked on the penalty kill during Monday's session. He appears to be getting very close to returning, though his status for Tuesday against Buffalo remains unclear. Pageau has 10 goals and 29 points through 56 games this season.

Pageau (upper body) started skating again Tuesday and is now in the day-to-day range for a return, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau won't play Tuesday versus the Wild, but he could be an option for Saturday versus the Red Wings. The 30-year-old will miss his eighth straight game Tuesday.

Pageau (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Pageau missed Tuesday's game versus Ottawa, as he was injured Saturday in Montreal. The center has 10 goals and 29 points in 56 games, with 142 hits and 47 blocks. The Islanders recalled Andy Andreoff from AHL Bridgeport to take his place on the roster.