Erik Karlsson D PIT Tue 2/5/19 11:39 AM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson (illness) didn't make the trip to Winnipeg for Tuesday's game against the Jets, but he could join in later on the four-game road swing through Western Canada, Paul Gackle of the reports.
EDGE Analysis
Karlsson will miss his fifth straight game due to illness, but his day-to-day label leaves some hope that a return Thursday against the Flames may be in the cards. An offensive powerhouse as far as blueliners go, every game Karlsson misses could be costing fantasy owners dearly. Although he hasn' found the back of the net at his usual rate, sporting a career-low 1.9 shooting percentage, Karlsson has made up for it with 40 assists through 47 games.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Mon 2/4/19 3:31 PM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game in Winnipeg, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Karlsson has already missed a game due to illness. Considering the nature of these types of ailments, he should be good to go Tuesday, though we won't know his status until closer to puck drop. Karlsson has enjoyed another solid season with 43 points but only has three goals. So far in 2018-19, the Swede is converting on just 1.9 percent of his shots.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Sat 2/2/19 2:05 PM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Coyotes, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Karlsson fell under the weather Friday and has apparently not made enough progress with it over the past 24 hours to play.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Fri 2/1/19 3:25 PM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson is under the weather and could miss Saturday's clash with Arizona, Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports.
EDGE Analysis
Karlsson missed the three games leading up to the All-Star Game due to a lower-body issue, but was able to take part in the festivities. Now suffering from an illness, the elite defender could be sidelined for a fourth consecutive game. If he is unable to give it a go, Joakim Ryan figures to slot into the lineup.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Sat 1/26/19 9:41 PM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson potted two goals against the Central Division in a 10-4 loss at the All-Star Game in San Jose on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
We're passing this along in case Karlsson's fantasy owners were concerned about the defenseman's lower-body injury, which had caused him to miss three straight games leading up to the break. "I know how much it means for this organization, the fan base and this community, so I was happy that I was able to do it, and get a few more days here now and hopefully be back after the break," Karlsson said, as relayed from Kevin Kurz of The Athletic. Since the two-time Norris Trophy winner was able to suit up for the All-Star Game, he should be ready for next Saturday's home game against the Coyotes as well.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Thu 1/24/19 10:55 PM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson (lower body) will participate in Friday's skills competition and Saturday's three-on-three tournament, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Karlsson has missed the Sharks' last three games due to a lower-body injury, but the MRI he underwent Tuesday must have eliminated any lingering concerns that he may risk further injury by playing in the All-Star game. The former Senator should have plenty of time to get back to 100 percent ahead of San Jose's Feb. 2 matchup with the Coyotes.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Tue 1/22/19 6:57 PM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson (lower body) will undergo an MRI and his status for the All-Star Game is uncertain, John Shannon of Sportsnet reports.
EDGE Analysis
Coach Peter DeBoer emphasized Karlsson's health comes first and if further damage can be done Karlsson will sit out the All-Star Game. Karlsson is already sitting out of Tuesday's game versus the Capitals, so he wouldn't be penalized for not participating in the event. It's unclear exactly what's bothering Karlsson, but he has plenty of rest on the horizon with the next actual contest being Feb. 2 versus the Coyotes.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Mon 1/21/19 12:07 PM 1 Comment
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson (undisclosed) will not suit up for the Sharks' next two outings, Paul Gackle of the Bay Area News Group reports.
EDGE Analysis
Karlsson won't be back in action until after the combined All-Star break and bye week. The world-class blueliner may be stuck in a nine-game goal drought, but racked up 13 helpers over that stretch, including six with the man advantage, so fantasy owners probably aren't too worried. With the Swede sidelined, Marc-Edouard Vlasic (undisclosed) figures to be activated off injured reserve and could suit up against the Panthers on Monday. In order to make room on the 23-man roster, Karlsson will likely be designated for injured reserve, which won't affect his ability to play against the Coyotes on Feb. 2.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Sat 1/19/19 7:10 PM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson (undisclosed) won't suit up Saturday in Tampa Bay, The Athletic's Kevin Kurz reports.
EDGE Analysis
This news comes out of nowhere, as Karlsson has been firing on all cylinders with 27 points in his last 18 games. What specifically is sidelining Karlsson should come out before San jose's next game Monday in Florida, and likely in Saturday's post-game press conference.
Erik Karlsson D PIT Wed 1/9/19 3:38 AM
Erik Karlsson
D PIT
Karlsson posted three assists in a 7-2 victory against the Oilers on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
That's Karlsson's second straight three-assist game, and it extends his point streak to 14 contests. During that stretch, Karlsson has only one goal and yet 25 points. He also has a plus-16 rating in that span. With this run, Karlsson is close to averaging a point per night with three goals and 41 points in 43 contests.