Markov remains a ways away but continuing to ramp up his skating is a great sign. At this rate he might be able to provide a useful month or so.

Markov continues to progress/improve. However, the Habs will proceed with caution as they get closer to mathematical elimination from the playoffs.

Rumors continue to circulate that Markov could miss the rest of the season for precautionary measures. If you don't have the room for him on your bench, it's probably safe to drop the oft-injured d-man.

Markov skates for the first time following his latest surgery. His timetable remains indefinite but he has certainly taken the next step.

As Markov's injury status continues to drag itself out, it looks like he may not play this season. Don't rely on the former All Star to play anytime soon.

Markov remains at least a month away. Barring a setback he could possibly play again this season but he may not be worth wasting an IR spot.

Markov's prognosis continues to get worse and worse. Kind of hard to justify his roster spot, or IR slot, when his timetable continues moving back.

The prognosis just changed from three more weeks to four-to-six weeks. At this point, it is getting difficult to justify his role on your IR.

The defender is expected to miss at least three weeks but don't be surprised if it takes longer than that for him to return.

A return this calendar year seems highly unlikely as the offensive defenseman has yet another setback.