Raanta was in net for the third period of Monday's 7-1 loss to the Avalanche, stopping five of eight shots as the Coyotes dropped Game 4 of their first-round series.

EDGE Analysis

Darcy Kuemper gave up four goals through two periods, forcing coach Rick Tocchet to make the switch in net, but it was clear right away the move hadn't woken up a slumbering Arizona defense -- Cale Makar went untouched on a rush from his own blue line to score just 19 seconds into the final period. With the Coyotes facing elimination in Game 5 on Monday, Raanta could get the start to try and shake up a club that desperately needs some kind of spark.

Raanta (undisclosed) will dress as Darcy Kuemper's backup for Friday's Game 2 against the Avalanche, Alexander Kinkopf of the Coyotes' official website reports.

EDGE Analysis

Raanta has yet to play this postseason due to an undisclosed injury, but he's finally fit to play, and he could be in goal as soon as Saturday for the second half of a back-to-back set with Colorado. The 31-year-old netminder played pretty well during the regular season, maintaining a .921 save percentage through 33 appearances.

Raanta (undisclosed) practiced Tuesday but won't be in the lineup against Colorado on Wednesday, Greg Wyshynski of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

At the end of the day, Darcy Kuemper was always going to be the preferred option between the pipes, so who slots in as the No. 2 shouldn't be a factor for DFS players. If Raanta continues to progress, he could rejoin the lineup versus the Avs in Game 2 on Friday.

Raanta (undisclosed) worked with goalie coach Corey Schwab on Sunday, Coyotes beat writer Richie Flores reports.

EDGE Analysis

Raanta left the bench during Game 2 of the Coyotes' qualifying-round series versus the Predators and hadn't been on the ice in the five days since. His work after practice with the goalie coach suggests Raanta's condition may be improving. Adin Hill is expected to continue serving as backup to Darcy Kuemper to start the first-round series versus the Avalanche.

Raanta (undisclosed) won't be in the lineup against the Predators for Game 4 on Friday, Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Darcy Kuemper will get the starting nod, as expected, so the backup role will go to Adin Hill with Raanta unavailable. The Yotes are on the hook for one more year of Raanta's deal at $4.25 million AAV, which is a lot to spend for a No. 2 netminder, so the team could look to offload him during the offseason.

Raanta (undisclosed) will not be getting onto the ice Thursday, Arizona Coyotes Insider Craig Morgan reports.

EDGE Analysis

The fact that Raanta isn't able to skate with the team doesn't bode well for his availability against Nashville in Friday's Game 4 tilt. If he remains on the shelf, the team figures to continue utilizing Adin Hill as the No. 2 option while Darcy Kuemper holds down the crease.

Raanta (undisclosed) is not expected to play in Wednesday's Game 3 matchup against the Predators, John Gambardoro of 98.7 Phoenix reports.

EDGE Analysis

Raanta was deemed 'unfit to play' ahead of Tuesday's game for an undisclosed reason, and this news suggests he could be dealing with a significant ailment. In Raanta's stead, Adin Hill is expected to handle backup duties for Game 3 with Darcy Kuemper getting the nod as the starter for the third straight game. Expect another update on Raanta's health before Friday's Game 4 showdown.

Raanta left the bench during Tuesday's Game 2 matchup with the Predators and was deemed unfit to play, Arizona Coyotes Insider Craig Morgan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Raanta was replaced as the No. 2 option behind Darcy Kuemper by Adin Hill, however, the immediate concern will no doubt be the type of ailment that led to Raanta leaving the bench. The team probably won't provide much in terms of an update prior to Wednesday's Game 3 clash, which all but guarantees Kuemper continues to feature between the pipes; if there was any doubt to begin with.

Raanta allowed a pair of goals on 27 shots during Saturday's 5-2 win at home over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

With wins in back-to-back starts and four of his past five outings, Raanta is in a bit of a groove at the moment. The win over Buffalo improves his record to 14-13-3. Despite the return of Darcy Kuemper, Raanta's recent run of good form should be enough to earn him more action, so look for him to start at least one of Arizona's upcoming three games on the road.

Raanta will defend the blue paint during Saturday's home game versus the Sabres, Craig Morgan of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Raanta has been razor sharp recently, posting a 3-1-0 record while maintaining an impressive 1.52 GAA and .958 save percentage through his last four appearances. The Finnish backstop will look to keep rolling in a favorable home matchup with a Buffalo team that's 10-17-4 on the road this year.