Cernak (upper body) won't finish Tuesday's game versus the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak took a puck to the face in the first period, though the Lightning didn't provide any extra details about his injury. He'll be considered day-to-day heading into Thursday's rematch with the Blue Jackets.

Cernak has no points in his last 17 games.

EDGE Analysis

That span coincides with Cernak's Feb. 15 return from a lower-body injury. He's not known for his offense, but this span is desert-like. Cernak does have 47 hits in those 17 games, but limited one-category contributors just aren't roster worthy.

Cernak (undisclosed) will participate in Tuesday's game against Ottawa, Erik Erlendsson of LightningInsider.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak was held out of the final two periods of Saturday's game for precautionary purposes, Erlendsson adds. The 24-year-old will have missed no complete contests while dealing with an undisclosed injury. The defenseman has averaged 18:53 of ice time and registered seven points over 24 performances this season.

Cernak (undisclosed) participated in Monday's practice, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak left Saturday's game and did not return due to an undisclosed injury. Coach Jon Cooper considers Cernak hopeful to play tomorrow, Smith adds. The 24-year-old defenseman has averaged 19:25 of ice time and dealt three assists over his last eight appearances.

Cernak (undisclosed) won't return to Saturday's game versus the Predators, Erik Erlendsson of LightningInsider.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak initially left the game after taking a check to the head in the first period, but he returned from that. It's unclear at this time if his exit from the contest is related to that hit from Mikael Granlund or if he suffered a separate injury later in the contest. More information on Cernak's status should be available prior to Tuesday's game versus the Senators.

Cernak (lower body) is expected to participate in Tuesday's game against New Jersey, per NHL.com.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak has averaged 19:18 of ice time and distributed three assists over his last five appearances. The 24-year-old has missed the last nine games while dealing with a lower-body injury.

Cernak (lower body) is not expected to return to play this week, Erik Erlendsson of LightningInsider.com reports Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak has missed the last seven games while recovering from a lower-body injury. The 24-year-old has logged seven points over 21 games this season. He may return for next Tuesday's game against New Jersey.

Cernak (lower body) will remain unavailable for the next three games, Erik Erlendsson of LightningInsider.com reports Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak has missed four games dealing with a lower-body injury and is expected to miss three more. The 24-year-old has averaged 19:24 of ice time and tallied seven points over 21 appearances this season. The first game on Tampa Bay's schedule after the All-Star break is Feb.10 against Colorado.

Cernak (lower body) won't play Friday versus the Ducks, Erik Erlendsson of LightningInsider.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak will miss a third straight contest Friday and the Lightning have yet to release an expected timetable for his return. Cal Foote will likely continue to skate on Tampa Bay's top pairing until Cernak's ready to rock.

Cernak (lower body) was designated as doubtful for Tuesday's game in Los Angeles, Erik Erlendsson of LightningInsider.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Cernak's next opportunity to play would be Friday in Anaheim if he does not participate in Tuesday's game against the Kings. Cernak was activated off injured reserve Jan. 2. The 24-year-old has played six games since activation, tallying three assists and averaging 19:10 of ice time over that period.