Karlsson scored a goal and went minus-2 in Friday's 5-3 loss to the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson's tally late in the third period got the Sharks within a goal, but they couldn't pull even. The 31-year-old defenseman had two assists in his return from a forearm operation, but he followed that up with three scoreless outings. He's at 29 points, 94 shots on net, 37 blocked shots and a minus-11 rating in 38 contests overall while playing big minutes in a top-four role.

Karlsson notched two assists and three shots on goal in Thursday's 4-3 overtime win over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson missed 15 games due to surgery on his forearm in late January. His return to a top-four role and the first power-play unit provided the Sharks with an instant spark of offense. The 31-year-old set up goals by Brent Burns and Alexander Barabanov in the contest. Karlsson's at 28 points (nine on the power play), 86 shots on net and a minus-4 rating through 34 appearances this season. Fantasy managers shouldn't hesitate to activate him after his strong showing in his return.

Karlsson (forearm) is on track to be activated off injured reserve and return to the lineup Thursday versus LA, Corey Masisak of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson will likely return to a top-four role and a spot on the No. 1 power-play unit following his 15-game absence Thursday. The 31-year-old blueliner has notched eight goals and 26 points through 33 contests this campaign.

Karlsson (forearm) is expected to return as soon as Thursday against Los Angeles, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson has missed the last 15 games while dealing with a forearm injury. The 31-year-old has averaged 23:06 of ice time -- 2:24 during the man advantage -- and generated 26 points over 33 performances this season.

Karlsson (forearm) will remain out for at least two more weeks, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson has missed the last nine games while dealing with a forearm injury that required surgery Jan. 24. His initial timeline for recovery set his return in mid-March and it appears he is still on track to return near the initially expected date. The 31-year-old began skating again Wednesday, Pashelka adds.

Karlsson had surgery on his left forearm Monday and will be out until mid-March at least.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson has already missed nine games this year due to various problems and now is facing a two-month absence due to his latest injury. Even with his extended layoff, the 31-year-old defenseman should still have enough time to push for the 40-point threshold for the 10th time in his NHL career. Without the Swede in the lineup, both Mario Ferraro and Ryan Merkley should expect significant upticks in cie time, including with the man advantage. Given his recovery timeline, Karlsson should wind up on injured reserve in the coming days.

Karlsson (upper body) is not expected to return for Wednesday's game against the Capitals, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson was ruled out for Wednesday but may miss the next four games. According to Peng, Coach Bob Boughner stated, "Probably not going to see [Karlsson] on this road trip." Additionally, Karlsson is reportedly seeing a doctor regarding a potential surgical procedure. San Jose's next four games are road games. The next home game on the Sharks' schedule is Feb. 14.

Karlsson is dealing with an upper-body injury and won't play Saturday against the Lightning, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

The injury is reportedly different than the upper-body issue that kept Karlsson out for a pair of games earlier this month (Jan. 6 and 8 against Buffalo and Philadelphia). Nonetheless, the 31-year-old will be forced to miss at least one game after producing four points in his last three. Karlsson's first chance to return will come Wednesday in Washington.

Karlsson logged an assist and two shots on goal in Saturday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson helped out on a Rudolfs Balcers goal in the first period, which was the extent of the Sharks' offense in a low-scoring game. The 31-year-old Karlsson ended a three-game point drought with the helper. The Swedish defenseman has 23 points in just 31 outings this year, surpassing his 22-point campaign last season. He's added 80 shots on net, 31 blocked shots and a minus-3 rating while playing in a top-four role in 2021-22.

Karlsson (upper body) was cleared to play Tuesday, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson has missed the last two games. The 31-year-old has averaged 24:27 of ice time -- 1:59 during the power-play -- and tallied nine points through his most recent 10 appearances.