Parayko (back) will return to the lineup for Tuesday's home matchup against the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Parayko is set to play in just his second game following the Olympic break. The right-shot blueliner will skate on the No. 2 pairing next to Theo Lindstein, who is making his NHL debut Tuesday. Justin Holl and Matt Kessel will be healthy scratches on the blue line for St. Louis against the Islanders.

Parayko (back) is slated to miss Sunday's game in Anaheim.

EDGE Analysis

Parayko is set to miss his fifth consecutive contest, this one against the Ducks. The right-shot blueliner has averaged 22:24 of ice time over 58 appearances this season, and as a result of the Blues dealing Justin Faulk to the Red Wings on Friday, Parayko might receive an uptick in responsibilities once he's fully healthy and back in the lineup. The 32-year-old Parayko's next chance to suit up will be at home versus the Islanders on Tuesday.

Parayko (back) won't be in the lineup Friday versus the Sharks, Max Miller of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Blues traded Justin Faulk to the Red Wings on Friday, and they didn't have the time to make a call-up on defense with Parayko still sidelined. As such, they'll dress 13 forwards and just five blueliners in this contest. Parayko's status for Sunday's game in Anaheim has yet to be determined.

Parayko (back) will remain sidelined for Wednesday's game in Seattle, per Lou Korac of NHL.com.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Jim Montgomery said Tuesday that Parayko is feeling better and is with the team on its road trip, though he won't be an option for Wednesday's game. Following that matchup, the Blues will play in San Jose on Friday and in Anaheim on Sunday, so Parayko may return to the lineup sometime before the team returns to St. Louis.

Parayko is expected to miss Saturday's game against New Jersey and Sunday's match in Minnesota due to back spasms, Lou Korac of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Parayko has a goal, 14 points, 16 PIM, 67 hits and 141 blocks in 58 appearances with St. Louis in 2025-26. Matt Kessel is set to draw into the lineup due to Parayko's absence. The 32-year-old Parayko might be an option to return Wednesday in Seattle.

Parayko scored a goal on two shots in Monday's 6-5 loss to the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Parayko gave the Blues a 5-1 lead at 3:55 of the second period, but that wasn't enough. This was his first goal of the season, as the 32-year-old defenseman has been hit hard by regression after his career-best 16-goal, 36-point campaign in the 2024-25 regular season. He's at 13 points, 71 shots on net, 63 hits, 138 blocked shots and a minus-11 rating over 56 outings in 2025-26, though his defensive skills have kept him firmly in a top-four role.

Parayko notched an assist, three hits and two blocked shots in Monday's 4-2 loss to the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

After scoring a career-high 16 goals in 2024-25, Parayko has yet to find the back of the net nearly halfway through 2025-26. He's chipped in 11 assists over 40 contests, including four helpers across 14 outings in December. The defenseman has added 45 shots on net, 40 hits, 93 blocked shots, 12 PIM and a minus-6 rating this year. Barring a big second half, he'll finish below the 25-point mark for the first time since the shortened 2020-21 campaign.

Parayko logged an assist and three blocked shots in Monday's 3-2 loss to the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Parayko snapped a nine-game slump with the helper. The 32-year-old defenseman has maintained his top-four role this season and is averaging 23:21 of ice time, but he's fallen short of the pace he set last year. He's at seven helpers in 23 contests while adding 56 blocked shots, 19 hits, 26 shots on goal and a minus-4 rating, and he's yet to tickle the twine in 2025-26 after potting 16 goals and earning 36 points in 64 regular-season appearances a year ago.

Parayko had two assists and added a blocked shot in Thursday's 7-4 loss to Utah.

EDGE Analysis

Both of Parayko's apples came at even strength on goals scored by Pius Suter and Philip Broberg. The 32-year-old Parayko is up to four assists, 13 shots on goal and 14 blocks in seven games this season. The team's top blueliner continues to show no signs of aging as he had a career year offensively with 36 points in 64 regular-season outings in 2024-25. He holds great value in all fantasy formats due to his category coverage and solid offensive stats out of the gate.

Parayko managed an assist and five shots on goal in Wednesday's 8-3 loss to the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

Parayko has earned two assists across four games to begin 2025-26. The 32-year-old blueliner had a career year with 16 goals and 36 points in 64 regular-season outings in 2024-25, but it's likely asking too much to expect a repeat performance this year. Parayko has also added five hits, 10 blocked shots, 11 shots on net and a plus-1 rating this season, and he should remain a decent source of all-around production even if his offense takes a dip.