Kubalik has recovered from his undisclosed injury, but he will be a healthy scratch Thursday versus Tampa Bay, per Dean Brown of the Senators Radio Network.

EDGE Analysis

It was previously reported that Kubalik wouldn't play against the Lightning, but it initially seemed like his absence was due to an injury rather than a coach's decision. He has 11 goals, 15 points and 54 hits in 72 outings in 2023-24. This will be Kubalik's third straight contest out of the lineup.

Kubalik (undisclosed) isn't expected to return Thursday versus Tampa Bay.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik also missed Ottawa's previous two contests. He has 11 goals and 15 points in 72 outings in 2023-24. Kubalik will likely resume serving in a bottom-six capacity once he's available.

Kubalik (undisclosed) will not play Sunday against the Capitals, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik was a late scratch Sunday and it's currently unclear why he's out. The 28-year-old has been disappointing this season with just 11 goals and 15 points in 72 games. His next chance to play will be Tuesday against the Panthers.

Kubalik scored a power-play goal in Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik opened the scoring at 7:33 of the first period. The goal was Kubalik's 10th of the season, but it took him a long time to get there -- he entered Thursday on a 20-game goal drought, a span in which he had just one assist. The 28-year-old winger is at 14 points, 69 shots on net, 39 hits and a minus-23 rating over 57 appearances in a disappointing first season with the Senators.

Kubalik (hip) is in Monday's lineup against Nashville, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik will return after missing the last four games with his hip issue. The 28-year-old was in a five-game scoring drought before suffering the injury. He has nine goals and 12 points through 41 games this season.

Kubalik (hip) will be a game-time decision Monday versus Nashville, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik could be ready to return from a four-game absence. He has registered nine goals, 12 points, 61 shots on net and 22 hits over 41 outings this season.

Kubalik (hip) won't play Saturday versus the Rangers, according to TSN 1200 Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik will miss his fourth straight contest despite taking part in the morning skate. He has generated nine goals, 12 points, 61 shots on net and 22 hits over 41 appearances this season.

Kubalik (hip) won't play Thursday versus the Bruins, per TSN 1200 Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik will miss a third straight game with the injury. His absence will allow Mark Kastelic and Parker Kelly to remain in the lineup in fourth-line roles. Kubalik's next chance to play is Saturday versus the Rangers.

Kubalik (hip) is not expected back in the lineup against Montreal on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik will have to wait at least one more contest to try to end his five-game pointless streak during which he registered four shots, two PIM and two hits while averaging 11:58 of ice time. With just 12 points through 41 games this season, the 28-year-old winger could be in danger of missing the 30-point threshold for the first time in his five-year NHL career.

Kubalik will miss Sunday's matchup against Philadelphia due to a minor hip injury, according to TSN 1200 Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

Kubalik will be replaced in the lineup by Shane Pinto, who will make his season debut after serving his 41-game suspension for violating the NHL's sports wagering rules. The 28-year-old Kubalik has accounted for nine goals, 12 points, 61 shots on net and 22 hits over 41 outings this season.