Hainsey has retired from the NHL, per the NHLPA.

EDGE Analysis

Hainsey played 1,132 games for eight different teams, recording 59 goals and 311 points in the process. The Boston native won a Stanley Cup with the Penguins in the 2016-17 campaign. He decided to hang up the skates at 40 years old.

Hainsey managed just one point in his past 20 games before the hiatus, an assist on Feb. 25 against Nashville.

EDGE Analysis

If the season doesn't resume, there's a strong chance that could be the final point of Hainsey's distinguished career, which has spanned 17 seasons and seen him transition from a scoring defenseman to a tough, experienced blueliner who provides value to his squad beyond the scoresheet. At 39 years old, he was on track for his lowest scoring total since 2015, and he offers little to no fantasy value if he returns after the hiatus.

Hainsey recorded an assist, two hits and two blocked shots in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Hainsey dished out an assist for the second straight game to bring his total to 10 points this season. The 38-year-old has enjoyed increased ice time this year, as he's averaging 22:34 per game.

Hainsey (undisclosed) had two PIM, a plus-1 rating, and 25:19 of ice time in Friday's 3-2 shootout loss to the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran defenseman missed seven contests with the injury. Hainsey has eight points, 31 hits, 52 blocked shots and 27 shots on goal in 37 appearances this season. While he's back in the lineup, don't expect the 38-year-old to make much of an impact on the scoresheet.

Hainsey (undisclosed) will be in the lineup against the Red Wings on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Hainsey's return to action is well timed for the Senators, as Mark Borowiecki (illness) is a game-time decision. If both defensemen suit up, it would come down to Cody Goloubef or Andreas Englund for the final spot on the blue line. The 38-year-old Hainsey should be capable of reaching the 20-point mark for a third straight year but is unlikely to be a consistent offensive contributor.

Hainsey (undisclosed) won't play in Tuesday's game versus the Capitals, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hainsey has been skating with the team but isn't ready yet, so the 38-year-old will look to return to the lineup Friday versus the Red Wings. He'll remain on IR for now.

Hainsey (undisclosed) is questionable for Tuesday's game versus the Capitals, Ian Mendes of TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.

EDGE Analysis

It appears Dylan DeMelo (finger) is on track to return to the lineup while Nikita Zaitsev (lower body) will sit out another game. If Hainsey is able to return, he'll likely bump out Christian Jaros or Cody Goloubef. However, Hainsey isn't the concern of fantasy gamers, as he's posted just eight points and 27 shots on net over 36 games this year.

Hainsey (undisclosed) will miss Ottawa's remaining two games this week against Florida and Tampa Bay, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Senators have every reason to be cautious with Hainsey, as they will likely try to deal him to a contender who could use his veteran presence at the deadline. He's not a major fantasy factor as long as he's in Ottawa, so holding him out another week shouldn't be a concern for most owners.

Hainsey (undisclosed) won't play Sunday against the Devils or Monday against the Penguins, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hainsey missed just three games over the previous two seasons, but he'll miss his fourth game of the year Monday. The 38-year-old blueliner isn't the concern of fantasy owners at this stage of his career, as he's notched just eight points and 27 shots on net over 36 games. Christian Jaros play his first game since November in Hainsey's place.

Hainsey (undisclosed) will miss at least the Senators' next two contests, Brent Wallace of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hainsey was previously ruled out versus Philadelphia on Saturday but will in fact be sidelined through the Christmas break. Cody Goloubef figures to see the biggest uptick in ice time playing in Hainsey's spot alongside Thomas Chabot. Barring an extended absence, the 38-year-old Hainsey should still be capable of reaching the 20-point mark for a third straight year.