Crawford saved 20 of 25 shots in Saturday's 5-4 overtime loss to Columbus.

EDGE Analysis

Crawford has not been between the pipes since March 14, as the netminder was nursing an upper-body injury. The return didn't go as planned, but at least the 31-year-old was able to shake off some of the rust as Chicago gears up for the playoffs. The 2003 second-round pick finished the regular season with a 2.37 GAA and .924 save percentage.

Crawford (upper body) will be between the pipes in Saturday's road game against the Blue Jackets, Mark Lazerus of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Blackhawks will be happy to have Crawford back in goal for Saturday's regular-season finale, as he's been sidelined since March 16 with an upper-body injury, and will now have an opportunity to shake off some rust ahead of Chicago's upcoming first-round playoff series. The 31-year-old netminder will draw into a surprisingly tough road matchup Saturday with a hot Columbus team that has won three of its last four games, potting at least four goals in each of those victories.

Coach Joel Quenneville indicated Monday that Crawford (upper body) could return to the crease for Saturday's regular season finale against the Blue Jackets, Eric Lear of Blackhawks TV reports.

EDGE Analysis

While it likely won't have much of an impact in fantasy other than in daily lineups, Crawford's potential return to the cage bodes well for his status in the playoffs. Expect further updates on the star netminder as the date approaches, but all signs point to him being ready for the postseason, if not earlier.

Crawford (upper body) skated prior to Sunday's game against the Bruins, the Chicago Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

It marked the second consecutive day that Crawford was able to take the ice, with the goalie moving in the right direction as the NHL playoffs approach. With that in mind, coach Joel Quenneville noted that he hoped Crawford would be able to get a start in goal before the Hawks' regular season slate ends with an April 9 tilt at Columbus. In any case, it appears as though Crawford should be able to man the Chicago net for the team's postseason run, assuming no setbacks in the meantime.

Crawford (upper body) was back out on the ice Saturday morning, Brian Hedger of NHL.com reports, adding that he believes this is the goalie's first time out since sustaining the injury.

EDGE Analysis

It appears that Crawford is going through the typical motions in his recovery, as Chicago's No. 1 netminder worked with goalie coach Jimmy Waite on Saturday morning. Crawford remains without a timetable for his return, and we believe the priority is to get him ready for the postseason.

Coach Joel Quenneville relayed Thursday that the Hawks expect to see Crawford (upper body) "on the ice this weekend and go from there," Tracey Myers of CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

While there is still no timetable for the goalie's return, taking the ice this weekend would be a step in the right direction for Crawford as the NHL playoffs draw near.

Crawford (upper body) has yet to resume skating, Tracey Myers of CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Crawford has been out since March 16 with an upper-body ailment, and it's a bit disconcerting that he hasn't managed to get back onto the ice since then. Coach Joel Quenneville reportedly isn't sure if Crawford will make the trip to Winnipeg for Friday's matchup with the Jets, indicating the 31-year-old netminder likely isn't particularly close to returning to the lineup. Crawford's owners can expect an update on his status once he's able to resume skating.

Crawford (upper body) will not be available Saturday night for a road game against the Flames, CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Crawford reportedly remains day-to-day with the upper-body ailment which has kept him away from game ice since March 14. In his stead, Scott Darling will continue manning the crease, and Michael Leighton could be in the mix as well since the Blackhawks are bound to make the playoffs and need to focus on getting Crawford healthy.

Coach Joel Quenneville doesn't know when Crawford (upper body) will resume skating, Tracey Myers of CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Crawford is still considered day-to-day with an upper-body injury, but doesn't appear to be particularly close to returning to game action. The 31-year-old netminder won't be in the lineup for Tuesday's matchup with Dallas, but will then have three more days to rest and recover ahead of Chicago's next contest Saturday against Calgary. Scott Darling will continue to do the heavy lifting in goal while Crawford is sidelined.

Crawford (upper body) will not play again Sunday, but is still considered day-to-day, Tracey Myers of CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Crawford didn't take part in the team's optional skate Sunday, so it's not a huge surprise that he'll end up sitting out his third straight contest. It's possible two more days of rest will be enough for him to return to the crease, but expect more updates on his status before puck drop Tuesday. Scott Darling will once again assume the starting role in his place, with Michael Leighton backing him up.