Nystrom (undisclosed) is out Wednesday against the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

There was no indication that Nystrom was in any danger of missing Wednesday's tilt until he was announced as a last-minute scratch just a few moments before puck drop. Nystrom reportedly sustained an injury when he was hit by a shot from teammate Shea Weber in Tuesday's matchup with Vancouver, although the exact nature of the ailment remains unclear. Expect an update on the 32-year-old winger's status ahead of the Preds' first contest following the upcoming All-Star break, which is scheduled for Feb. 2 against St. Louis.

Nystrom scored his seventh goal of the season in Saturday's 3-0 shutout win over the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom has always been more of a scorer than a playmaker throughout his career, which would probably explain why he has zero assists to accompany the seven goals he's managed so far this season. Either way, for a guy who's been seeing a steady diet of third-line minutes this year, he doesn't make for a particularly good fantasy play outside of very deep formats.

Nystrom is averaging just 11:36 in ice time per game this season, significantly less than the 13:12 and 14:52 he saw the previous two seasons.

EDGE Analysis

With just five goals and zero assists in 26 games, it's not hard to see why Nystrom's role has been diminished this season. He continues to toil in relative obscurity in a bottom-six role for the Preds, making him largely unreliable fantasy commodity in most formats. Go with a more viable alternative if you have one.

Nystrom was activated from the injured reserve Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

He had missed eight games with an upper-body injury, and will Colton Sissons was reassigned to make room or Nystrom on the roster. Nystrom will supply the Predators with forward depth.

Nystrom (upper body) didn't take part in line rushes during pregame warmups, indicating he will not play Friday against Columbus, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom has been sidelined since Oct. 31 with an upper-body ailment, but returned to practice with the team Monday, indicating he is making progress in his rehabilitation. He's still on injured reserve for the time being, so the Predators should announce the 32-year-old's activation once he is fit to play.

Nystrom (upper body) did not participate in line rushes in Tuesday morning's practice, indicating he is likely to miss Tuesday evening's home tilt against the Ducks, Thomas Willis of the Predators' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Miikka Salomaki will continue to draw into the lineup in Nystrom's absence. His next chance to return will be Friday evening at Columbus.

Nystrom (upper body) returned to practice with the team Monday, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom has been sidelined since Oct. 31 because of the issue, but his presence at practice Monday could indicate he's beginning to close in on a return to the lineup. Given his extended absence, he'll probably need to get in a few practices before he's in consideration for a return, but it seems as though it may not be too far off at this point.

Nystrom (upper body) was placed on injured reserve by the Predators on Monday.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom hasn't played since Oct. 31, making him eligible to rejoin the club as soon as he is healthy. However, the fact that he was placed on injured reserve Monday likely indicates he won't be ready for Tuesday's contest against the Senators. If that's indeed the case, his next chance to return will come Thursday against the Devils.

Nystrom (upper body) didn't suit up for Thursday's tilt against Minnesota.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom has now missed back-to-back games with an upper-body ailment he may have suffered in Saturday's matchup with the Kings. He will hope to return to action Sunday against St. Louis.

Nystrom (upper body) did not practice Monday, Adam Vingan of The Tennessean reports.

EDGE Analysis

Nystrom was a late scratch from Sunday's tilt against the Ducks with an upper-body injury, but the exact nature and extent of the injury is still unclear. He's currently day-to-day, but more could become available before Friday's contest against the Wild.