Karlsson registered two assists, two blocked shots, and a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 5-2 win over the Golden Knights in their best-of-seven series.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson played in the regular season finale after losing 17 games to a groin injury. Getting Karlsson back is sure to help the Sharks on the ice, and that in turn makes him a player to consider for postseason fantasy contests. He skated 26:25 Wednesday, indicating that he is at or near full health to begin the playoff run.

Karlsson (groin) will take part in Saturday's regular-season finale against the Avalanche, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson last played Feb. 26 against the Bruins, so he will get a useful warmup game under his belt before the Sharks embark on their playoff run. The star blueliner could help shift some season-long fantasy standings with a big effort to close out the campaign and should be seriously considered for daily lineups as well.

Karlsson (groin) will not dress for Thursday's game against the Oilers, Derek Van Diest of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Karlsson was a full participant at practice Wednesday, there's a good chance he's just trying to get up to speed for the start of the playoffs. He has one opportunity to get back into action before the postseason Saturday against the Avalanche. If not, there's a good chance he will be ready for Game 1 next week.

Karlsson (groin) was a full participant at practice Wednesday, Paul Gackle of the Bay Area News Group reports.

EDGE Analysis

It remains to be seen if Karlsson will be available for either of the Sharks' final two regular-season games, but the fact that he was a full participant at Tuesday's practice certainly bodes well for him being close to 100 percent for Game 1 of San Jose's first-round playoff series. Confirmation on Karlsson's status for Thursday's matchup with Edmonton should surface prior to puck drop.

The Sharks still aren't sure if Karlsson (groin) will be ready to return prior to the end of the regular season, but he and coach Pete Deboer are still confident he'll be ready for Game 1 of San Jose's first-round series, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

It almost seems like a foregone conclusion that Karlsson will miss the final three games of the regular season, but it appears as though San Jose is still optimistic that he'll be close to 100 percent once postseason play gets underway. Having said that, it's worth noting that the Swedish blueliner hasn't tasted game action for over a month at this point, so he'll undoubtedly have some major rust to shake off whenever he's finally able to rejoin the lineup.

Karlsson (groin) has stopped skating on a daily basis, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports, which could be an indication he suffered a setback.

EDGE Analysis

The Sharks continue to maintain that Karlsson could return to the lineup before the end of the regular season, but with just six games remaining, time is running out. If the world-class blueliner isn't able to get back soon, it could affect his performance in the postseason, assuming he is able to return at all this year.

Karlsson (groin) will not be in Monday's lineup against the Red Wings, Dana Wakiji of the Red Wings' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Peter DeBoer has said that Karlsson is "on the horizon" but hasn't set a date for his potential return. San Jose has lost five straight games and would love to have the star blueliner back before the postseason begins.

Head coach Peter DeBoer says Karlsson (groin) is "still on the horizon" with respect to his return, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson has missed nine games with this groin injury, though he was able to join the team on their two-game road trip within California. The Swede still isn't practicing with the team, but is likely focused on being healthy by the time playoffs come around now that San Jose has clinched a spot.

Karlsson (groin) will join the Sharks on their two-game road trip but won't suit up versus the Kings or Ducks on Thursday and Friday, respectively, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson traveling with the team is a step in the right direction. Even in a limited capacity, the blueliner's inclusion on the ice should be taken as a good sign he is nearing a return. The Swede has already missed nine games due to his groin issue, yet is more focused on being ready for the postseason with the club's spot in the playoffs all but locked up.

Karlsson (groin) has no timeline for a return and will miss the next three games, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson has missed the last eight games due to the injury, and the injury is serious enough to force him to miss the next three games. The Sharks continue to be without one the game's best offensive defensman, with Karlsson sitting at 45 points this campaign. The Swede's status is gloomy at best and it's possible he could miss the rest of the regular season.