Tanev (upper body) will be back in the lineup Monday versus the Panthers, according to Wes Gilbertson of the Calgary Sun.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev is slated to return to the second pairing following a three-game absence. He has registered one goal, six assists, 26 shots on net and 65 blocked shots in 28 outings this campaign. Tanev is projected to replace Jordan Oesterle in Monday's contest.

Tanev (upper body) won't play Saturday against Tampa Bay, per Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev will miss his third straight contest, but he might be available to return Monday against Florida. He has picked up one goal, six assists, 26 shots on net and 65 blocked shots across 28 outings this campaign. Nick DeSimone has been playing during Tanev's absence.

Tanev (upper body) has traveled back to Calgary to be evaluated and won't be in the lineup versus Minnesota on Thursday, Eric Francis of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev will be out of action for a second straight contest due to his upper-body issue -- he should probably be considered doubtful to face Tampa Bay on Saturday. Prior to getting hurt, the 33-year-old defender was stuck in a four-game pointless streak.

Tanev (upper body), who won't play Tuesday versus Vegas, is considered day-to-day.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev was injured in Monday's 6-5 loss to Colorado. He has generated seven points, 26 shots on goal and 65 blocked shots in 28 games this season. The Flames brought up blueliner Nick DeSimone from AHL Calgary on Tuesday.

Tanev (undisclosed) will not be in the lineup versus Vegas on Tuesday, Eric Francis of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Flames haven't provided a clear update on Tanev's status other than to rule him out for Tuesday's contest. Jordan Oesterle figures to step into the lineup for Calgary for the first time since Dec. 5 against Minnesota. Through 28 games this season, Tanev has produced one goal and seven assists and should be capable of reaching the 20-point threshold as long as he isn't sidelined long-term.

Tanev (undisclosed) left Monday's game versus the Avalanche in the first period, and the Flames had no update on his status after the contest, Julian McKenzie of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

A Ross Colton hit took Tanev out in the opening minute of the contest. With the Flames playing in Vegas on Tuesday, there may not be clarity on Tanev's situation until warmups. Jordan Oesterle would likely check into the lineup if Tanev can't play, while Dennis Gilbert could move onto the second pairing.

Tanev posted an assist, three blocked shots and two PIM in Saturday's 4-3 loss to the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev has a goal and four assists over his last seven contests, and he's gone plus-6 with 16 blocks in that span. The 33-year-old defenseman won't keep his scoring numbers up in the long run, but his 59 blocks on the year have him in a tie for 11th in the league. He's added seven points, 23 shots on net and a plus-5 rating through 24 games.

Tanev scored a goal on two shots and blocked four shots in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev didn't miss a game after blocking a shot with his face Monday versus the Golden Knights. He quickly alleviated any concerns about his play with a goal 8:02 into Thursday's game, tying the score at 1-1. Tanev has six points, 56 blocks, 23 shots on net and a plus-5 rating through 23 contests as one of the steadiest defenders on the Flames' roster.

Tanev (face) is expected to play Thursday against Dallas, according to Derek Wills of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev left Monday's 2-1 overtime win over Vegas after taking a shot to the face, but it seems he won't miss a full game due to the incident. He has five assists, nine hits and 52 blocks in 22 contests this season. Tanev is projected to play on the second pairing alongside Noah Hanifin.

Tanev took a shot to the face and couldn't finish Monday's game versus the Golden Knights, Darren Haynes of The Canadian Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev was bloodied after getting in the way of a William Karlsson shot in the third period. There was no concrete update on Tanev's status after the contest, so it's questionable if he'll play Thursday versus the Stars. If he can't go, the Flames will likely need to call up a defenseman -- perhaps Nick DeSimone -- from AHL Calgary.