Hamilton (lower body) is expected to return to the lineup for Thursday's game versus the Islanders, Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton will return to his usual prominent role following his three-game absence, skating on the Devils' top pairing and first power-play unit against the Isles. The 28-year-old blueliner has picked up two goals and six points through eight games this season.

Hamilton (lower body) will not play Tuesday versus the Panthers, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton will miss his third straight game with the injury, though he did get a full practice in Monday. The defenseman is inching closer to a return, and his next chance to play is Thursday versus the Islanders.

Hamilton (lower body) will take pregame warmups Tuesday against Florida before a decision is made on his ability to play, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton has sat out the last two games with the injury but was a full participant in Monday's practice and sounds ever-so-close to a return. Fantasy managers will want to wait until Hamilton's presence in the lineup is confirmed, if possible, before rolling with him for fantasy purposes Tuesday. The blueliner recorded five points in the four games preceding his injury.

Hamilton (lower body) practiced with the full team Monday and could return versus the Panthers on Tuesday. Coach Lindy Ruff told reporters, "He skated game day in San Jose (on Saturday) and to join the team (in practice on Monday) is a good sign and we'll see where that leads to tomorrow," Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton notched five points in his previous five outings prior to suffering his lower-body problem. The Toronto native should offer top-half fantasy value as the Devils' quarterback on the No. 1 power-play unit and primary offensive producer from the blue line.

Hamilton (lower body) will not be in the lineup Saturday versus the Sharks, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton miss his second straight game with the injury. The 28-year-old's next chance to return is Tuesday versus the Panthers. With Hamilton out, Mason Geertsen will likely remain in the lineup in a third-pairing role.

Hamilton (lower body) is not available for Friday's tilt with the Kings, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton will miss his first game of the season after suffering an injury in Tuesday's loss to Anaheim. The 28-year-old blueliner is considered day-to-day, so he may be able to return Saturday against the Sharks. He's tallied six points with a plus-4 rating through eight games this season.

Hamilton (lower body) was previously ruled out against Los Angeles on Friday but could still be an option, Corey Masisak of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Prior to getting hurt in Tuesday's matchup with Anaheim, Hamilton was riding a four-game point streak during which he tallied one goal and four helpers. If he does suit up versus the Kings, the Toronto native should rejoin the No. 1 power-play unit and figures to offer top-end fantasy value.

Hamilton (lower body) is considered day-to-day but is not expected to be in Friday's lineup against the Kings, Corey Masisak of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton suffered the injury during Tuesday's loss against the Ducks. Head coach Lindy Ruff stressed that it's a "common" day-to-day injury, so it's possible that he returns Saturday in San Jose or even sneaks into the lineup Friday. Assuming he misses at least a game, Mason Geertsen or Christian Jaros should enter the lineup.

Hamilton (lower body) left Tuesday's game versus the Ducks after the first period and will not return, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton played throughout the first period, but he went down the tunnel to the locker room before the start of the second. The defenseman didn't return at the start of the third, and it's unclear what's keeping him off the ice. An update may be available after Tuesday's game, but the Devils don't play again until Friday versus the Kings.

Hamilton scored a goal and led all players with 10 shots in Sunday's 4-3 shootout loss to the Blue Jackets. He also had four blocks.

EDGE Analysis

Hamilton launched a one-timer from the right faceoff circle to give the Devils a 3-2 lead midway through the second period. It was the second goal of the year for Hamilton, who led all New Jersey skaters with 26:35 of ice time. The first-year Devil has six points in his first seven games with his new club.