Leipsic threw two shots on goal and failed to register a point in Tuesday's loss to Vegas.

EDGE Analysis

Tuesday marked the first time Leipsic played in five contests as he dealt with an upper-body injury. Leipsic actually began 2017-18 with the Golden Knights, making a limited impact over 44 games when he scored just twice and had 11 assists. Since joining the Canucks, though, Leipsic's shown improvement as he's been given an enhanced role, putting up seven points in 12 tilts.

Leipsic (upper body) will rejoin the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Golden Knights, Brendan Batchelor of Sportsnet 650 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Leipsic missed five straight games because of the upper-body issue, which occurred not too long after he had carved out a top-six role for the Canucks. The winger tallied just one point in the seven games before sustaining the injury, but a return to the power play could push him back into daily fantasy consideration.

Leipsic (upper body) needs medical clearance to be able to play Tuesday against the Golden Knights, Ben Kuzma of the Vancouver Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Reid Boucher broke his hand recently, which means he's done for the rest of the season. As such, if Leipsic gets clearance he could step into his spot in the lineup. However, if the 23-year-old can't go, the onus will likely fall on Brendan Gaunce.

Leipsic (upper body) won't play Saturday afternoon against the Blue Jackets, Jeff Paterson of TSN 1040 Vancouver reports.

EDGE Analysis

The good news for the Canucks is that Jake Virtanen (illness) will return. However, it's not as sunny in Leipsic Land, as the talented scoring winger will miss his fifth straight contest. The former Golden Knight has collected two goals and five assists in just 11 games following his trade from Vegas, but it's probably safe to drop him if you need roster space for the fantasy playoffs; after all, the Canucks only have three games left.

Leipsic (upper body) will not dress for Thursday's game against the Oilers, Farhan Lalji of TSN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Leipsic continues to work his way back from an upper-body issue that will cost him his fourth straight game Thursday. The 23-year-old winger had carved out a consistent role in the top six prior to the injury, so look for him to retake that spot when he's ready to return. His next opportunity to do so arrives Saturday against the Blue Jackets, but there's no indication at this point he's expected to do so.

Leipsic (upper body) will not be on the ice against the Ducks on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

The burgeoning winger's injury overshadows the fact that Leipsic had been firmly entrenched in a top-six role following his trade from the Golden Knights on Feb. 26, while sprinkling the scoresheet to the tune of seven points (two goals, five assists) through 11 games. He'll presumably be reevaluated ahead of Thursday's home tilt against the Oilers.

Coach Travis Green indicated Friday that Leipsic (upper body) remains day-to-day and hopes he can return for Tuesday's game against the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Although Green didn't specifically state that Leipsic will miss Sunday's matchup, his Tuesday target date for Leipsic heavily infers that notion. Without him in the fold, Reid Boucher seems the likely candidate to draw into the lineup for the Canucks, while Jussi Jokinen could be the top candidate to replace him on the second power-play unit.

Per coach Travis Green, Leipsic didn't play the final 11:15 of Thursday's 5-2 win over the Blackhawks due to an apparent upper-body injury, Jeff Paterson of TSN 1040 Vancouver reports.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of Leipsic's malady has yet to be determined, but he'll have to overcome whatever he's dealing with quickly in order to avoid missing any game action, as the Canucks are right back at it Friday night against the Blues. Vancouver should release an update on the 23-year-old winger's status after morning skate.

Leipsic scored a pair of goals and chipped in an assist Monday in a 4-3 overtime win over the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Leipsic either really likes playing in Vancouver or really likes playing against teams from the Big Apple. In three games in an Orca sweater, Leipsic has scored five points after scoring 13 points in 44 games in Vegas, and all five points have come against either the Rangers or the Islanders. He'll have to diversify that quickly, as he won't see either team again until next season. But he's giving off the impression of being a great fit in British Columbia and is worth a look in daily leagues as he continues to try to prove this surge is for real.

Leipsic posted two assists Wednesday in a 6-5 overtime loss to the Rangers, his first game since being traded to Vancouver.

EDGE Analysis

Was it a sign of comfort in his new home? Leipsic scored more than a sixth of his contribution for the entire year in Vegas in just one night with Vancouver, suggesting this move could pay off nicely for the Canucks. However, it's far too early to say one game has made Leipsic worth owning when he wasn't prior to Wednesday.