Per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now, Karlsson has cleared the NHL's COVID-19 protocols, but he won't be eligible to play until Saturday in Colorado.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson resumed skating back in San Jose on Tuesday, indicating he's cleared the league's virus protocols, but he won't be eligible to return to the lineup until Saturday against the Avalanche due to Canada's COVID-19 border restrictions. Karlsson, who's racked up six points through seven games this season, will return to a top-four role once cleared to play.

Karlsson remains in COVID-19 protocols and is unlikely to play Saturday in New Jersey, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson is one of seven Sharks in COVID-19 protocols. Of course, there's always the possibility that he could be awaiting the results of consecutive negative tests, but it's probably safe to say Karlsson won't play Saturday.

Karlsson is still in COVID-19 protocols and is not expected to play Thursday against St. Louis, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barring a last-minute change, Karlsson will miss his third consecutive game while he and several other Sharks remain in protocols. His next chance to play will be Saturday against the Devils.

Karlsson (COVID-19 protocols) won't play Saturday versus the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson was among seven Sharks players, along with head coach Bob Boughner, who were placed in the virus protocols Saturday. The Sharks will have to commence contact tracing and confirmation testing, which leaves Karlsson's status for Tuesday versus the Sabres up in the air.

Karlsson scored an even-strength goal and added two power-play assists in Tuesday's 5-0 win over the Canadiens.

EDGE Analysis

It's very early in the season, but the 31-year-old blueliner is showing flickers of his old elite form from his Senators days. Karlsson has four points, including three helpers with the man advantage, through San Jose's first two games -- an impressive start considering he only managed eight PP points in 52 games last season.

Karlsson posted a power-play assist and two shots on goal in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson set up Jasper Weatherby's first NHL goal at 13:17 of the second period, tying the game at 2-2. The 31-year-old Karlsson has battled injuries over his three seasons with the Sharks, and his offense was down to 22 points in 52 games last year. His scoring rate should rebound a bit in 2021-22, but it's tough to expect much more than 40 points out of the Swede even if he can stay healthy.

Karlsson (thumb) was on the ice for Monday's practice session, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson doesn't seem to be significantly limited by his thumb problem and could be in the lineup for Tuesday's preseason tilt against the Kings. Last season saw Karlsson post his lowest point total (22) since the 2012-13 campaign, when he was limited to just 17 games.

Karlsson has a minor infection in his thumb and is being treated with antibiotics, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

As such, the veteran blueliner won't participate in the Sharks' split-squad contests against Anaheim and Vegas on Sunday. However, Karlsson could suit up for preseason action Tuesday against the Kings if his thumb feels better in time.

Karlsson scored a goal on five shots, blocked three shots and went minus-2 in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Coyotes.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson opened the scoring just 3:47 into the game on a feed from Tomas Hertl. In the third period, Karlsson appeared to score again, but the play was ruled offside. The 30-year-old defenseman is up to eight goals, 22 points, 107 shots on net and 69 blocked shots through 50 contests. He's recorded five points in his last nine outings, picking up the pace slightly at the end of the campaign.

Karlsson scored a power-play goal in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

After Tomas Hertl netted a pair of goals to tie the game at 2-2, Karlsson struck with a power-play tally in the third period to put the Sharks ahead. The Swedish blueliner has picked up four points in his last eight outings. He's at 21 points, 102 shots on net, 66 blocked shots and a minus-13 rating through 49 contests overall.