Makar had an assist, one shot on goal, three hits and one blocked shot over 26:44 of ice time in Saturday's 4-2 win over St. Louis.

EDGE Analysis

Makar has points in both games since missing four with an upper-body injury. The point streak stretches back before the injury; the defending Norris Trophy holder has registered points in eight straight contests with four tallies and seven assists.

Makar recorded an assist, two shots on goal and a minus-2 rating in Thursday's 5-3 loss to the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Makar missed four games with an upper-body injury, but he faced no limitations with 26:12 of ice time in the loss. The defenseman helped out on a Mikko Rantanen tally early in the first period. Makar is up to 13 goals, 31 helpers, 138 shots on net, 59 blocked shots, 54 hits and a plus-5 rating through 43 contests overall. He's earned 10 points through eight outings in January.

Makar (upper body) told reporters he was good to go against the Ducks on Thursday, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Makar looks set to return to action after missing the Avs' previous four contests due to his upper-body issue. The defenseman will no doubt be eager to pick up where he left off, as he is currently riding a six-game point streak during which he notched four goals and five assists. Makar should almost certainly unseat Devon Toews as the quarterback of the No. 1 power-play unit.

Makar (upper body) won't play Tuesday against Washington, Kyle Fredrickson of The Denver Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Makar, who has been out since Jan. 16, isn't ready to return to the lineup yet despite taking part in the morning skate. He still could be available to play prior to the All-Star break. Makar has amassed 13 goals, 43 points and 136 shots on net in 42 games this season.

Makar (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Tuesday's game versus Washington, Brennan Vogt of Full Press Hockey reports.

EDGE Analysis

Makar's status against the Capitals won't be determined until after pregame warmups, so fantasy managers hoping to insert the 24-year-old blueliner into their lineups should plan accordingly. Makar's racked up 13 goals and 43 points through 42 games this campaign.

Makar (upper body) hopes to return to the lineup prior to the All-Star break, Kyle Fredrickson of The Denver Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Makar will see how he feels in the morning before his availability for Tuesday's contest against Washington is decided. The Avalanche host the Ducks on Thursday and welcome the Blues to town Saturday prior to starting a three-game road trip in Pittsburgh on Feb. 7. Makar, who has missed the past three games, has amassed 13 goals, 43 points, 136 shots on net, 58 blocks and 54 hits in 42 contests this campaign.

Makar (undisclosed) is a late scratch for Saturday's game versus the Kraken, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Makar took line rushes in warmups, but it appears his status boiled down to a true game-time decision, and he was not quite ready to go. Andreas Englund will stay in the lineup, while Makar will have to wait for Tuesday's game versus the Capitals for his next chance to play.

Makar (undisclosed) is expected to play Saturday versus the Kraken, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Makar was labeled a game-time decision. He took line rushes alongside his usual defense partner Devon Toews, so it appears Makar will return after a two-game absence. Fantasy managers shouldn't hesitate to activate him.

Makar (undisclosed) will be a game-time decision Saturday versus Seattle, per Kyle Fredrickson of The Denver Gazette.

EDGE Analysis

Makar missed the Avalanche's last two games because of the injury. He has 13 goals and 43 points in 42 contests in 2022-23. Devon Toews has had an increased role on the power play during Makar's absence.

Makar (undisclosed) won't return for Friday's game against Vancouver, Peter Baugh of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Makar will miss his second straight contest because of the injury. He wore a full-contact jersey during the Friday's morning skate, per Bennett Durando of The Denver Post, so Makar might still play Saturday versus Seattle. The 24-year-old has 13 goals and 43 points in 42 games this season.