Tanev notched an assist, two hits and a plus-4 rating in Friday's 7-4 win over the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev has a helper in each of the last three games, adding six blocked shots and a plus-4 rating in that span. The 33-year-old defenseman rarely sustains offense over long stretches. He's up to five assists, 20 shots on net, 49 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating through 20 contests overall.

Tanev notched an assist and blocked three shots in Wednesday's 4-2 loss to the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev has a helpers in each of the last two contests, doubling his season total to four points (all assists). The 33-year-old blueliner has added 19 shots on net, 48 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating. He continues to be a defensive stalwart on the Flames' second pairing, though that role doesn't offer him much fantasy interest.

Tanev notched an assist, two shots on goal and two blocked shots in Monday's 4-3 overtime win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

All three of Tanev's assists this season have come over his last nine games. The defenseman snapped a five-game point drought with the secondary helper on an Andrew Mangiapane tally in the third period. A lack of offense is nothing new for the defensive-minded Tanev, who has added 45 blocked shots, 19 shots on net and a minus-2 rating through 18 appearances.

Tanev notched an assist and blocked two shots in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev helped out on a Noah Hanifin tally in the third period, which tied the game at 2-2. Those two blueliners have been paired together in recent games as head coach Ryan Huska looks to stabilize the Flames' defense. While Tanev has two assists over his last three games, his role is to shut down the opposition more than produce offense. He's added 28 blocked shots, 14 shots on net and a minus-4 rating through 12 outings this season.

Tanev posted an assist and two blocked shots in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev set up Connor Zary's first NHL goal early in the first period. The helper was Tanev's first point in 10 outings this season, though it's not surprising for the 33-year-old shutdown defender to go long stretches with little offense. He's added 14 shots on net, 24 blocked shots and a minus-7 rating while filling a top-four role this season.

Tanev (upper body) is expected to play Tuesday versus the Blackhawks, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev is set to return after a six-game absence. Michael Stone and Dennis Gilbert are both absent for warmups, which suggests Tanev is good to go in a top-four role. The 33-year-old should bolster the Flames' defense as they look to stay in the playoff race.

Tanev (upper body) will be a game-time decision Tuesday versus Chicago, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev has picked up 13 points, 65 shots on goal and 125 blocked shots over 61 contests this campaign. He was paired with Noah Hanifin during Tuesday's morning skate, which is an encouraging sign. Tanev could be ready to return from a six-game absence.

Tanev (upper body) won't play Sunday against Anaheim.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev will miss his sixth consecutive contest. He has contributed 13 points, 65 shots on goal and 125 blocked shots in 61 games this season. Dennis Gilbert has been playing during Tanev's absence.

Tanev (upper body) will remain on the shelf against Los Angeles on Tuesday, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev was stuck in a 10-game pointless streak prior to suffering his upper-body injury. After racking up a career-high 28 points last year, the Toronto native will be hard-pressed to even reach the 20-point mark this season. In his stead, Dennis Gilbert figures to remain in the lineup until Tanev is cleared to return.

Tanev (upper body) won't play Saturday against San Jose, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tanev will miss his third straight contest and it's currently unclear when he will be ready to return. He has generated 13 points and 125 blocks in 61 contests this campaign. Dennis Gilbert has been playing during Tanev's absence.