According to his father, Byram isn't dealing with a new concussion, but he is dealing with lingering issues likely stemming from his past head injuries, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Byram has already suffered a number of concussions through the first two years of his young NHL career, and the fact that he's dealing with lingering issues stemming from those injuries doesn't bode well for his near-term availability. Until the Avalanche release another update, Byram should probably be considered out indefinitely.

Byram (personal) won't play Tuesday versus the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Byram is away from the team to attend to a personal matter, and it's unclear when he'll return. The 20-year-old has 11 points and 35 shots on net through 18 games. Ryan Murray will likely take his place in the lineup Tuesday.

Byram scored a power-play goal and had an assist in Thursday's 7-1 win over Winnipeg. He added three shots on goal.

EDGE Analysis

Byram shut the door on this one when he tallied with 11 seconds left in the game. The rookie registered his first points in three games since returning from a head injury. Byram has five goals and six assists over 16 contests.

Byram (head) was activated from injured reserve Saturday, per CapFriendly.

EDGE Analysis

Byram is on track to return to the Avalanche's lineup Sunday versus the Ducks. He could see some power-play time while also playing in a top-four role at even strength. The 20-year-old has been effective with nine points in 13 appearances amid a couple of absences due to head injuries.

Byram (head) ran the first power-play unit during Friday's practice, Adrian Dater of Colorado Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Byram stepped in for Cale Makar, who took a maintenance day, and his activity in practices this week indicate he's ready to get back on the ice Sunday against Anaheim. The rookie blueliner, who has not played since Dec. 1, returned to practice earlier this week and has been wearing a contact jersey since Tuesday.

Byram (head) practiced in a regular jersey Tuesday, Adrian Dater of Colorado Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Byram shed the non-contact jersey he wore during Monday's on-ice activity and is nearing a return, possibly for Colorado's next scheduled game, Sunday at home against the Ducks. "He's done a lot of work off the ice and in the gym. Coming out yesterday, he was non-contact jersey, felt great. Today, contact. He could be a possibility for us (to play) on Jan. 2nd," Avalanche coach Jared Bednar said. Along with the good news about Byram, Avs captain Gabriel Landeskog (lower body) was removed from injured reserve.

Byram (head) practiced in a non-contact jersey Monday, Adrian Dater of Colorado Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Byram made an appearance at Monday's practice on the bench in street clothes, but head coach Jared Bednar indicated the rookie blueliner would practice Tuesday. At the time Monday, the Avalanche were scheduled to resume play Wednesday night at home against Dallas, which may have been too quick a turnaround time for Byram, who's been on the shelf since Dec. 1. The NHL, however, as since postponed Wednesday's tilt as well as a rematch between the two teams Friday in Dallas. That gives Byram six days to prepare for the next scheduled contest, Sunday, at home against Anaheim.

Byram (head) is expected to resume practice in a non-contact sweater Monday, Adrian Dater of Colorado Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Byram was on hand for Sunday's practice but only from the bench in street clothes. "Bo is going to skate tomorrow (Monday) in a non-contact (jersey) with the team," Avalanche coach Jared Bednar said after Sunday's practice. "It seems like he's been doing better over this break, so if things go well, it's a day to day thing. If things go well, we can start ramping him up." Byram was listed as out with a head injury Dec. 1 and hasn't practiced since.

Byram (head) has been designated for injured reserve, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Byram has already been out of action for the Avs' previous six contests due to his head injury, so his placement on IR won't impact his recovery timeline. The team has yet to provide a concrete recovery timeline, so fantasy players should probably consider him out indefinitely at this point, though he can still be activated at any point.

Byram (head) will not suit up Sunday against Florida, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Byram has now missed six straight games and 12 of the last 14 while dealing with a head injury. This type of injury rarely has a concrete recovery timeline, and it's unclear when the team expects the 20-year-old blueliner to return. His next chance to play will be Tuesday against the Rangers.