Karlsson scored a goal and three assists in Saturday's 7-4 win over the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

He also added four shots and a plus-5 rating in a dominant performance. Karlsson missed the last two games due to a suspension, but the time off didn't derail his momentum -- the blueliner has a nine-game scoring streak on the go, pushing his totals on the season up to three goals and 30 points through 38 games.

Karlsson has served his two-game suspension and will be eligible to return to action Saturday against the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

The Sharks will be happy to have Karlsson back on the ice Saturday, as their top power-play unit has been noticeably less effective during his absence. The Swedish blueliner has been red hot recently, racking up 11 assists in his last 10 games.

The NHL Department of Player Safety handed Karlsson a two-game suspension for his hit on Kings forward Austin Wagner on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson will not play again until Dec. 29 versus the Oilers.

Karlsson will have a hearing with the NHL Department of Player Safety in regards to his hit on Kings forward Austin Wagner during Saturday's game.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson's hit wasn't late, but it landed up high and forced Wagner out for the remainder of the contest with an upper-body injury. It seems likely Karlsson will face a short suspension for his hit, but the final verdict will be dished out in Sunday's hearing. The Sharks play Arizona on Sunday at 8:00 P.M. ET.

Karlsson picked up two assists in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

He also added a team-high eight shots and four blocked shots, along with one hit, on the night. Karlsson has had a bit of a tough transition to life outside of Ottawa, managing only two goals and 18 points through 30 games -- strong numbers for other blueliners, but a disappointment for someone with Karlsson's talent and resume -- but Friday's well-rounded effort could be a sign he's just about ready to break out.

Karlsson hosted his teammates ThursdayMike Zeisberger of NHL.com reports, as the defenseman is set to play his first game in Ottawa as a visitor Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson is likely to receive a warm reception in Ottawa, as Senators fans were heartbroken by his trade and blamed owner Eugene Melnyk rather than Karlsson for his exit from Canada's capital. It's always difficult to predict how a player handles his return to his former home, and given Karlsson's talent, any outcome from a shutout to a big afternoon is possible. That said, you don't have him on your roster to not have him in your lineup.

Karlsson scored a goal and an assist in a 4-0 victory against the Blues on Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

It's been a slow start with the Sharks this season, but owners just had to remain patient, and Karlsson appears ready to reward anyone who has been. He has recorded multiple points in each of the last two games, and he has five points in the past three contests. His goal Saturday was also his first of the season. This mini-hot streak has his point total up to 12 in 21 games. It wouldn't at all be a surprise if Karlsson is one of the best fantasy defensemen in the NHL during the final three-quarters of the season.

Karlsson is dealing with an undisclosed issue, but Sharks coach Peter DeBoer said it's "nothing that should be impacting his play," Kevin Kurz of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson will be fine for Sunday's road game against the Ducks. The Senators castoff has three helpers in his last four games, albeit with a minus-3 rating over that span. The upper-class blueliner is also still in pursuit of his first goal with Team Teal, but it seems like only a matter of time before he converts, seeing as how he's situated on the No. 1 power-play unit with fellow defenseman Brent Burns, who is averaging an assist per game through the first 10 contests of 2018-19.

Karlsson notched one assist Tuesday but finished a minus-3 in a 5-4 win over Nashville.

EDGE Analysis

Karlsson's minus-3 performance was a team-worst in that category but the Swede salvaged Tuesday night with an assist on Joe Pavelski's goal in the third period. Karlsson has yet to score a goal for his new team and has been somewhat of a defensive liability up to this point. That said, he absolutely belongs in your fantasy lineup.

Karlsson (illness) is expected to play Sunday afternoon against the Devils, Mike Morreale of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

The celebrated rearguard missed Saturday's practice due to the illness, but Karlsson is in no danger of missing the upcoming contest since Sharks coach Peter DeBoer thinks the Swede will be fine. Karlsson is still figuring out the nuances of San Jose's system -- hence his minus-4 rating -- but he does have three assists (one on the power play) over his first give games with Team Teal.