Watson (undisclosed) will lace up the skates Sunday for Game 2 against Winnipeg, Thomas Willis of the Predators' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

It seems whatever injury forced Watson out of Game 1 on Friday won't hold him out any longer, and he should draw back onto the third line with Colton Sissons and Nick Bonino. Before exiting Friday, Watson had scored a point in every game during the postseason despite just averaging 14:13 of ice time, and will look to pick up right where he left off on home ice as Nashville looks to even the series.

Watson (undisclosed) practiced without limitations Saturday, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

Predators coach Peter Laviolette said the Preds "don't have anything to report" on Watson, but Vingan doesn't view that as an ominous sign. Still, it's safe to assume that the team's medical staff will reevaluate the physical winger further ahead of Game 2 on Sunday.

Watson (undisclosed) wasn't on the bench in the second period of Game 1 against the Jets on Friday, Kristopher Martel of Fox Sports Tennessee reports.

EDGE Analysis

The third-line winger had 14 goals and five assists in 76 regular-season games, but he has elevated his play in the postseason. Watson racked up four goals and seven points in six games against the Avalanche during the conference quarterfinals, but he didn't let that get in the way of dishing out 18 hits as well. The 27-year-old's injury could be linked to missing morning practice Friday for maintenance reasons.

Watson missed the last two practice sessions for maintenance, but Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports the forward should be available for Game 1 against the Jets on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

It's entirely possible that Watson is banged up, but the Predators are notorious for keeping player information close to the collective vest. Nevertheless, Vingan is a trusted source for Preds coverage, so we should expect Watson -- who is tied with Colton Sissons for the team lead in playoff points at seven apiece -- to give it a go in the upcoming home contest.

Watson scored a goal, dished out three hits, and blocked three shots in Sunday's Game 6 win against Colorado.

EDGE Analysis

With the goal, Watson extended his point streak to seven games, which includes the final game of the regular season. After scoring a career high 14 goals and 19 points in 76 games in the 2017-18 regular season, Watson has taken his game to a new level in the playoffs, having logged four goals and seven points thus far. A 2010 first-round pick, the 6-foot-4, 204-pound Watson has primarily been utilized as a checking player at this point in his career, but certainly possesses the offensive ability to put the puck in the net.

Watson (upper body) will play Saturday against Buffalo, Brooks Bratten of the Predators' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Although Watson has a clean bill of health, top prospect Eeli Tolvanen will also debut against Buffalo, and Nashville's lineup is now crowded with forwards --meaning Watson's playing time is certainly something to monitor in upcoming games. On a positive note, the Michigan native sits at 16 points (12 goals, four assists) for the year and is just one tally of breaking his career high point total of 17, which he posted during 2016-17.

Watson (upper body) could rejoin the lineup during the weekend, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

Watson can thus be ruled out for Thursday's matchup against the Sharks, but his potential availability this weekend is a good sign. More clarity on his status should arise closer to Saturday's matchup against the Sabres, but it doesn't carry much weight from a fantasy standpoint given his 16 points (12 goals, four assists) through 71 games this season.

Watson (upper body) isn't on the ice for pregame warmups, indicating he won't be in the lineup for Tuesday's game against Minnesota, Brooks Bratten of the Predators' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Watson's absence will test the Predators' depth up front, but it won't impact many fantasy lineups, as his lack of offensive upside -- 12 goals and 16 points in 71 contests this campaign -- keeps him from being a desirable option in most season-long formats. Nashville should release another update on the big-bodied winger's status ahead of Thursday's matchup with San Jose.

Watson is day-to-day with an upper-body injury, Brooks Bratten of the Predators' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

When a player is labeled day-to-day less than 24 hours before a game, more often than not, he won't end up dressing. Watson could be an exception to the rule, though, as he was present for morning skate. If you're depending on the heavy-hitting winger in fantasy, it's best to check back closer to warmups to see if he'll be cleared to play.

Watson (undisclosed) won't draw into the lineup versus Winnipeg on Sunday, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

The team wasn't able to provide a further update regarding his health, and Watson's next chance of returning will be Tuesday against Minnesota. Although Watson hasn't been extremely productive on the season, he's been solving goaltenders with ease lately, notching five goals in his last 15 games -- although his shooting percentage of 20 likely won't hold for much longer.