Sutter (shoulder) won't return to action until after the Christmas break, Jeff Paterson of TSN 1040 Vancouver reports.

EDGE Analysis

Based on the timeline provided, Sutter's next chance to return to the lineup will be Dec. 27 versus Edmonton. In 13 games before getting hurt, the center notched four points, 21 shots and 12 hits in 13 contests. Once cleared to play, the 29-year-old will likely fill a bottom-six role following the breakout season of Elias Pettersson.

Sutter is expected to miss 4-6 weeks due to a separated shoulder, Farhan Lalji of TSN reports. The center has been placed on injured reserve, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Prior to getting hurt, Sutter was stuck in a five-game pointless streak during which he averaged 16:34 of ice time and registered seven shots on goal. With the center injured, Brendan Gaunce and Darren Archibald were called up from the minors and could enter the lineup ahead of Wednesday's clash with Chicago.

Sutter won't return to Monday's game against the Wild after suffering an upper-body injury.

EDGE Analysis

While the Canucks are officially listing it as an upper-body injury, Sutter appeared to injure his right shoulder after checking Mathew Dumba. If he's forced to sit out Wednesday against the Blackhawks, Adam Gaudette could step into a larger role.

Sutter led all Vancouver forwards in ice time in Wednesday's season opener.

EDGE Analysis

Sutter played over 22 minutes, including nearly seven while shorthanded. This is a noticeable increase from last year's average of 17 minutes. It's unlikely he plays that often every night, but it's clear he will be utilized primarily in a shut-down role, leaving for more offensive minutes for Bo Horvat and Elias Pettersson.

Sutter scored twice and added an assist in Tuesday's win over the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Sutter has scored four times in his last five games to reach the 10-goal mark for the eighth time in his career. The third-line center has been limited to just 56 games, posting 22 points and 101 shots on goal. Sutter is a solid depth contributor, but his inconsistent scoring limits his fantasy value to deeper leagues.

Sutter scored his fifth goal of the season and had an assist in Tuesday's overtime loss to Colorado.

EDGE Analysis

The Canucks suffered another loss, but Sutter was impressive, firing six shots on goal in 19:58 of ice time. The third-line center hadn't scored in over a month, but he's got 15 points in 39 games and remains a decent depth scorer. Sutter is more valuable to the Canucks than he is to fantasy goers, but the 29-year-old is still worth owning in some deep leagues.

Sutter returned from a 21-game absence and scored the overtime winner Sunday against the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

Sutter showed off some terrific speed and skill on the play, as he darted up ice before cutting in, burning Jonas Brodin and beating Devan Dubnyk with a perfectly placed shot. The center had been out since Nov.24 with an upper-body injury and came through in the clutch to give Vancouver it's second straight victory. Sutter only has seven points in 24 games this season, but he saw power-play time Sunday and is a capable goal-scorer, so he's worth monitoring in deeper formats now that he's back to full health.

Sutter (upper body) will return to the lineup Sunday against the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

Sutter saw his last game play Nov. 24, and he has just two goals and six points in the previous 23 games. He is normally a strong power-play asset, but the Canucks may be hesitant to put him on special teams in his first game back. After Sunday's game, the Canucks have a five-day rest week for Sutter to continue to get his legs under him.

Sutter (upper body) will not play Friday, but he still could return for Sunday's game against the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

Sutter remains on injured reserve for an upper-body issue that dates back to late November, but it appears his return is on the horizon. If that does indeed occur Saturday, the team would announce his activation off injured reserve beforehand and he should resume his role as a top-six forward for the Canucks. Prior to the injury, the 28-year-old had collected six points (two goals, four assists) over 23 contests with the Canucks.

Sutter (upper body) returned to practice Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Sutter not only traveling to to Columbus, but also practicing with the team, bodes well for his chances of facing the Blue Jackets on Friday evening. The Alberta native doesn't come with a lot of fanfare in the fantasy realm since he hasn't been close to a half-point-per-game player for most of his career between the the Hurricanes, Penguins and Canucks, but Vancouver should benefit from his penalty-killing acumen once he does return from injury.