While they could use his size in the lineup, it's unlikely that the Wings will get anything out of Ericsson during their series vs. the Bruins.

Should the Red Wings qualify for the postseason, they will be without Jonathan Ericsson for the majority of round one. Brendan Smith will continue to take his spot alongside Niklas Kronwall.

For the sixth consecutive game the Red WIngs lost a player to injury. Ericsson is gone for the remainder of the regular season and part of the playoffs, if the Red Wings qualify.

Ericsson was the latest Red Wing to be injured in Tuesday's win over the Maple Leafs. Ericsson's broken finger could require surgery and GM Ken Holland estimates he will be out two weeks. The injury likely will prompt Babcock to move Danny DeKeyser to the top pairing with Niklas Kronwall, as he did earlier this season when Ericsson missed a total of 20 games with a separated shoulder and broken ribs.

Ericsson has missed the last 10 games with a rib injury that he suffered on December 23. Ericsson is expected to be reunited with Niklas Kronwall on the Red Wings' top pair. He has eight points (1G / 7A) in 29 games this season.

Ericsson said that he felt good after practice and is aiming to return on Saturday. Ericsson has had a strong season for the Red Wings and his return to the lineup would help solidify their blueline.

Ericsson is severe blow to the already decimated Wings' lineup. If you were relying on him for fantasy purposes, consider that Jakub Kindl will received increased playing time, but you can probably find better options on your waiver wire.

Ericsson was the very last pick in the 2002 NHL Entry Draft, but has developed into a rock-solid defenseman for the Red Wings. He has not been a fantasy factor with a career-high of 15 points, but has become a solid shutdown defenseman skating on the top-pair with Niklas Kronwall. He is averaging 22:16 TOI through 15 games this season. He has one goal and four assists which has him on pace for five goals and 24 points. He has a legitimate chance of making Team Sweden's Olympic roster as well.

Ericsson was back at practice today paired with his usual partner Niklas Kronwall. He missed the last 10 games after being injured on October 19. Ericsson has one goal and two assists in nine games.

Ericsson, who will miss his fourth straight game tonight, won't start practicing until next week