Kuznetsov (upper body) is expected to play Tuesday versus the Blue Jackets, Sammi Silber of Washington Hockey Now reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov will play on the third line as he has often done lately. He has just one goal in his last nine outings, so he could still be a fantasy risk despite a strong matchup.

Kuznetsov (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Tuesday's matchup with Columbus, per NHL.com.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov played just 13:41 of ice time versus the Wild on Sunday before being forced to exit with his upper-body issue. The veteran center has provided minimal offensive upside of late with just one point in his last nine contests. Despite the slump, Kuznetsov should continue to feature in a top-six role whenever cleared to play.

Kuznetsov (upper body) is considered day-to-day, Roman Stubbs of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov didn't take part in Monday's optional practice after leaving Sunday's 5-3 loss to Minnesota early in the third period. He was injured following a hit from Wild defenseman Matt Dumba. It's unclear at this time if Kuznetsov will be available for Tuesday's contest against Columbus. The 30-year-old forward has produced 12 goals, 51 points and 158 shots on net in 70 contests this campaign.

There was no update on Kuznetsov (undisclosed) after leaving Sunday's game against Minnesota, Roman Stubbs of The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov took a big hit from Matt Dumba in the third period and did not return to the contest. He logged a minus-1 rating in 13:41 of ice time prior to the injury. An update on his status should be available before Tuesday's matchup with Columbus.

Kuznetsov (illness) is expected to play Wednesday against Anaheim, per Mike Vogel of the Capitals' official site.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov was questionable for Wednesday's contest because the illness kept him out of Tuesday's practice. He has 11 goals and 50 points in 61 contests this season. Kuznetsov is entering Wednesday's action after scoring two goals and five points over his last two outings.

Kuznetsov was absent from practice Tuesday with a non-COVID illness, Tarik El-Bashir of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov started the 2023 calendar year mired in a 14-game goal drought but has re-discovered his offense with nine points in his last 10 outings. At this point, the center should be considered questionable to play against Anaheim on Wednesday, though the team hasn't provided a specific update on his availability for that contest. If he does miss out, Nicklas Backstrom figures to be in the mix to suit up on the top line with Alex Ovechkin.

Kuznetsov scored two goals and added two assists, one on the power play, in Saturday's 6-3 win over the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

He potted the Caps' final two tallies of the afternoon, snapping a brief three-game point drought with the performance. It's Kuznetsov's first multi-point effort in February and first multi-goal game since Nov. 7, and on the season the 30-year-old has a somewhat disappointing 11 goals and 49 points through 60 contests, with what would be a career-worst minus-8 rating.

Kuznetsov scored a goal on two shots in Sunday's 4-1 loss to the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov has two goals and six helpers over his last 10 games, but he was the only Capital to score in this one. The 30-year-old center has been playing down the lineup lately, but Dylan Strome was bench for part of Sunday's game, which could signal an opportunity for Kuznetsov to get back into the top six. He's produced eight goals, 36 helpers, 122 shots on net and a minus-4 rating through 54 outings overall, though his unusually low 6.6 shooting percentage offers ample room for improvement down the stretch.

Kuznetsov tallied two points, including the winning goal, in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime victory over the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov set up Trevor van Riemsdyk's goal in the second period before scoring the winner in overtime, beating Joonas Korpisalo with a wrist shot from the circle. The goal was Kuznetsov's first in 14 games, with his last tally coming on Dec. 29. The 30-year-old center now has seven goals and 36 assists through 52 games this season.

Kuznetsov registered an assist, three shots on goal and two hits in Saturday's 6-2 loss to the Golden Knights.

EDGE Analysis

Kuznetsov has picked up four helpers over his last four games, and 10 assists in 11 outings since his last goal. The 30-year-old center helped out on a Marcus Johansson tally in the third period of Saturday's defeat. Kuznetsov is up to 40 points (six goals, 34 helpers), 114 shots on net, 28 hits and a minus-2 rating through 48 appearances.