Staal (undisclosed) will not return to Wednesday's exhibition game against the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

The nature of Staal's injury remains undisclosed, and his absence could be precautionary given that Wednesday's game is only an exhibition exercise. His next chance to play will come Saturday versus the Hurricanes.

Staal recorded two hits and a plus-1 rating in Friday's 3-1 win over the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran blueliner was back in his usual spot on the Rangers' third pairing after missing one game due to illness. When he's on the ice, Staal offers a smidge of fantasy value in formats that score multiple categories, managing two goals and eight points through 39 games with 16 PIM, 34 shots, 58 hits and 60 blocked shots with a plus-6 rating.

Staal (illness) is taking part in line rushes ahead of Friday's game against the Blue Jackets, indicating he will play in the contest, Brett Cyrgalis of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staal will avoid missing more than one contest because of the illness, though it's worth noting that he skated Tuesday prior to the game, as well. Barring a late change, look for Staal to slot in alongside Brendan Smith on the second pairing.

Staal (illness) will be out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Wild, Brett Cyrgalis of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The 32-year-old appears to be dealing with flu-like symptoms as the cause for his omission. In his stead, Brendan Smith will draw into the lineup on defense for the first time this season. Staal's absence likely won't affect much from a fantasy perspective, considering he's accumulated just eight points in 38 games.

Staal (upper body) will play in Monday's clash with the Islanders, Brett Cyrgalis of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staal missed Saturday's game with the upper-body issue, but as evidenced by this news, he's feeling well enough to play. The veteran's return to the lineup likely won't change anything from a fantasy perspective, as he has just six points in 27 games this campaign. Libor Hajek will serve as a healthy scratch among the defensemen.

Staal (upper body) is a game-time decision for Monday's game versus the Islanders, Colin Stephenson of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staal practiced with the team during Monday's morning skate, but he worked as an extra, so he seems to be trending in the wrong direction. We'll be able to confirm his status once the Rangers take warmups at 6:30 p.m. ET. Fantasy owners won't need to wait around for the verdict, however, as the veteran blueliner has just six points over 27 games.

Staal (upper body) will miss Saturday's game in St. Louis.

EDGE Analysis

Staal's absence won't change much from a fantasy standpoint, as the veteran blueliner only has six points in 27 games in 2019-20. It remains to be seen how much time Staal will miss because of the injury, but his next chance to play will be Monday's home game versus the Islanders.

Staal scored a goal, dished three hits, blocked two shots and went plus-2 in Tuesday's 7-5 loss to the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Staal had the third goal for the Rangers. He's at just five points in 23 games this year. The defenseman has added 23 shots on goal, 29 hits and 39 blocked shots, but those numbers are unlikely to interest fantasy owners.

Staal (undisclosed) will play in Saturday's matchup against the Ducks, Brett Cyrgalis of the New York Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staal was considered a game-time decision, but he's good to go. The veteran blueliner isn't fantasy owners' concern since he's posted just three points over 15 games while logging a 43.9 Corsi For percentage. Staal will link up with Anthony DeAngelo on the second pairing.

Staal is considered a game-time call for Saturday's contest versus the Ducks, Colin Stephenson of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Staal may still be suffering from the effects of an infection in his ankle, though the team hasn't disclosed the reason behind his questionable status. If he can't suit up, Brendan Smith will draw in as a defenseman in Staal's place.