Burakovsky (undisclosed) won't play Friday versus the Sabres, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Burakovsky was hit hard by Ryan Lindgren in Thursday's game versus the Kraken, and he'll be forced to miss at least one full contest. Landon Slaggert figures to replace Burakovsky in the lineup for Friday. Beyond that, Burakovsky's status has yet to be determined.

Cristall scored a goal and added an assist in AHL Hershey's 5-2 win over Cleveland on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Cristall has done a decent job in his first AHL campaign, posting three goals and eight assists. He's earned five of his 11 points during his active four-game point streak. He's added 25 shots on net and a minus-2 rating through 15 appearances. The 20--year-old Cristall probably won't see NHL minutes this year, but he'll be in position to push for a role in 2026-27.

Protas scored a goal and added an assist in AHL Hershey's 5-2 win over Cleveland on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Protas seems to be finding his way in the AHL now, as he has four goals and three assists during a four-game point streak. For the season, he's up to six tallies and 12 points over 15 outings, including five multi-point efforts. The 19-year-old winger will likely get at least all of 2025-26 to adjust to the professional ranks, but he could be a challenger for an NHL job in a year or two.

Smallman scored a goal and added two assists in AHL Hershey's 5-2 win over Cleveland on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Smallman had gone four games without a point after getting demoted from the Capitals following a week-long stint as an extra in the NHL. The 29-year-old doubled his AHL point total for the year, and he now has six points and 18 shots on net over 11 contests for the Bears. He's a career minor-leaguer and probably won't see much time with the Capitals moving forward.

Leenders posted an 18-save shutout in OHL Brantford's 5-0 win over Niagara on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Leenders picked up his second shutout of the season with this effort. He's now at a 9-0-3 record with a 2.13 GAA and a .924 save percentage over 12 appearances this season. He's played well and gets plenty of goal support from his Brantford teammates, which is helping the Sabres prospect step up his game in his fourth junior campaign.

Brindley (lower body) won't return to Thursday's game versus the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Brindley was initially injured in the first period. He tried to tough it out at the start of the second but couldn't continue in the contest. The Avalanche are already a bit thin at forward, so Brindley's absence could be troublesome if he's out beyond Thursday.

Vanacker scored three goals and added an assist in OHL Brantford's 5-0 win over Niagara on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Vanacker extended his OHL lead in goals, and he's up to 21 through 20 games. He's added just nine assists, giving him 30 points, which ranks in the top-10 in the league, though he is behind Bulldogs teammates Jake O'Brien and Adam Benak.

Masse scored a goal and added two assists in QMJHL Chicoutimi's 12-1 win over Baie-Comeau on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Masse still hasn't been held off the scoresheet in November, racking up six goals and eight assists over eight games. The Ducks prospect is up to 14 tallies and 27 points through 20 appearances this season. Masse is leading Chicoutimi in points so far.

Poehling (upper body) won't be in the lineup Thursday versus the Senators, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Poehling is set to miss his fifth consecutive game with the injury. The 26-year-old is still presumably day-to-day. His next chance to play is Saturday versus the Golden Knights.

Granlund (lower body) will not play Thursday versus the Senators, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Granlund is set to miss his fourth straight game and his 12th in the Ducks' last 13 contests. The 33-year-old center aggravated his injury last Thursday versus the Red Wings, which is the reason for his ongoing absence. He's questionable to play Saturday versus the Golden Knights.