Markov (lower body) won't make the trip to Winnipeg for Wednesday's game against the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

Markov will miss an 11th consecutive game Wednesday, and remains without a clear-cut timetable for his return to Montreal's lineup. The Russian defender returned to practice Friday, but the Canadiens are clearly opting to take a cautious approach with the 38-year-old's rehab. The Habs should release another update on Markov's status once he's ready to be activated off injured reserve.

Markov (lower body) will be out for Monday's game against Washington, John Lu of TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran was having quite a good year, 21 points in 31 games, before getting injured on Dec. 17. Montreal's next game is Wednesday, so Markov owners should keep their eyes peeled for more news before puck drop.

Markov (lower body) won't play in Saturday's game in Toronto, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

The blueliner hasn't played since Dec. 17, missing nine games including Saturday's tilt. When he's been healthy, he's been hot with 21 points in 31 games, including eight power play assists. His next chance to return will be Monday against the Capitals.

Markov (lower body) will join his teammates in Toronto for Friday's practice, Eric Engels of Rogers Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Markov has missed Montreal's last eight games due to a lower-body injury, but his imminent return to practice suggests he could be ready to return to game action as soon as Saturday against Toronto. The Canadiens should release another update on Markov's status after Friday's practice session.

Markov (lower body) will stay back in Montreal as the the heads out for a back-to-back road trip.

EDGE Analysis

Markov, who has already missed six consecutive outings, will be sidelined for at least two more. Although the blueliner has failed to tally a goal in his last 15 appearances, he is contributing in other ways with 10 helpers and a plus-7 rating over that stretch. Mark Barberio will likely continue to fill in for Markov until the veteran is cleared to return.

Markov (groin) will not play in the next three games, all of which are on the road.

EDGE Analysis

Markov wasn't with the Habs in any capacity early Tuesday, while two more injured players -- Alex Galchenyuk and David Desharnais, who are both dealing with knee maladies -- were at least able to get on the ice for a skate. At this point, fantasy owners with shares in Markov can only hope that he'll be fit to play in the Jan. 3 matchup versus the Predators.

Markov (lower body) is listed on injured reserve, per the NHL's official media site.

EDGE Analysis

Markov was expected to miss Friday's game against the Blue Jackets even before we saw him move to IR, but the Christmas break comes at an ideal time as the minutes-munching defenseman will now have a five-day break from games.

Markov (lower body) will not be available for Thursday's game against the visiting Wild, per coach Michel Therrien.

EDGE Analysis

The bench boss added that he'd be "surprised" if the defenseman was on the ice for Friday's game against the Blue Jackets on Friday, meaning Markov could be limited to three more games before the calendar flips to a new year. With Markov out of the lineup, approximately 22 minutes of ice time is likely to be absorbed by Alexei Emelin on the top pair with the powerful Shea Weber.

Markov (lower body) won't play Tuesday against the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Markov's injury isn't believed to be overly serious, so the 38-year-old blueliner could return to game action as soon as Thursday against Minnesota. With Markov unavailable Tuesday, Zach Redmond will draw into the Canadiens' lineup against the Ducks.

Markov (lower body) missed Monday's practice, but coach Michel Therrien expects him to play Tuesday against the Ducks, Pat Hickey of the Montreal Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Therrien described Markov's absence Monday as a therapy day, so there's some optimism heading into the game against Anaheim.