David Clarkson
W FA
Tue 12/8/15 11:06 AM

Blue Jackets GM Jarmo Kekalainen thinks Clarkson (back) could return to the lineup later this week, the Columbus Dispatch reports.
EDGE Analysis
The big winger's been out since Nov. 3, so he'll likely need a couple of practices under his belt before he's ready to play again. Clarkson's first opportunity to get back into the lineup could come Thursday in Winnipeg, but a Saturday return at home against the islanders is also possible.

David Clarkson
W FA
Mon 12/7/15 2:55 PM

Clarkson (back) has been deemed "ready to go" by head coach John Tortorella, Aaron Portzline of The Columbus Dispatch reports.
EDGE Analysis
Though he may be healthy, it looks unlikely that Clarkson will draw into the lineup Tuesday against Los Angeles. Clarkson didn't skate with a line during Monday's practice, despite being a full-participant.

David Clarkson
W FA
Thu 12/3/15 3:53 PM

Clarkson (back) practiced fully Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Clarkson skated on his own Monday, and was cleared to practice fully Thursday, indicating a return to game action may be on the horizon for the 31-year-old winger. However, he will likely need to log a number of full practices before drawing back into Columbus' lineup, so a return to action Friday against the Panthers seems highly unlikely at this point in time. Clarkson is still on injured reserve, so the Blue Jackets should announce his activation one he is fit to play.

David Clarkson
W FA
Mon 11/30/15 2:48 PM

Clarkson (back) skated on his own Monday, Aaron Portzline of The Columbus Dispatch reports.
EDGE Analysis
The man who was once viewed as a "premier-power forward" after scoring 30 goals in 2011-12 has been out since November 5 with a back injury. Monday is the first report of Clarkson skating since that point, so it should be some more time before Clarkson is ready to return. Even when he does return, Clarkson is not a viable fantasy option, scoring just 27 points in 129 games since 2013-14, including one point in eight games this season.

David Clarkson
W FA
Wed 11/4/15 4:12 PM

Clarkson (lower body) has been placed on injured reserve, Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch reports.
EDGE Analysis
Clarkson only saw 6:11 TOI and left Tuesday's game early in the third period due to the apparent injury. At this point, it's unclear if this is related to the lower-body issue that caused him to miss time in mid-October. He'll likely reprise his role among the bottom-six forwards once he's ready to return.

David Clarkson
W FA
Wed 11/4/15 12:19 PM

Clarkson played only one shift in the third period Tuesday due to an undisclosed injury, the Columbus Dispatch reports.
EDGE Analysis
Blue Jackets coach John Tortorella had no update after the game on Clarkson's status for Wednesday against the Kings, so he should be considered day-to-day until the club offers up more details.

David Clarkson
W FA
Sat 10/17/15 7:17 PM

Clarkson (lower-body) skated more than 11 minutes in Friday's loss to Toronto.
EDGE Analysis
An unspecified lower-body issue kept Clarkson out for the Leafs' first three games of the season, but he was cleared to return Friday, and figures to be a part of the regular rotation along the wing now that he's healthy. The 31-year-old recorded 10 goals and five assists in 58 games last season, albeit with a minus-11 rating.

David Clarkson
W FA
Wed 10/14/15 4:17 PM

Clarkson (lower body) is expected to be available for Friday's tilt against the Maple Leafs, Sportsnet's Chris Johnston reports.
EDGE Analysis
Clarkson has been dealing with a lower-body injury for a few weeks, but is expected to be healthy enough to return to action Friday against Toronto. He'll likely slot in as a bottom-six forward if he's able to suit up Friday against the Leafs.

David Clarkson
W FA
Wed 10/14/15 10:42 AM

Clarkson (lower body) won't play Wednesday against the Senators, but could return to action by the weekend, the Columbus Dispatch reports.
EDGE Analysis
He'll likely take a spot on the fourth line when he rejoins the lineup, but there's a chance Clarkson could replace Rene Bourque on the second line alongside Brandon Dubinsky and Boone Jenner, which would make him a significantly more appealing fantasy option. His assignment should become clearer once he's able to practice again.

David Clarkson
W FA
Mon 10/12/15 3:47 PM

Clarkson (lower body) won't play in Monday's game against the Sabres.
EDGE Analysis
Clarkson continues to deal with a lower-body injury, and he'll miss Monday's game because of it. Even when healthy, Clarkson won't necessarily be in the lineup on a nightly basis.