Landeskog busted his eight-game offensive slump with a pair of goals in Tuesday's 6-3 loss to Calgary.

EDGE Analysis

Although the outcome's a bummer, Landeskog's return to productivity is most welcome for an Avalanche team that's been missing the four-time 50-point man's contributions. Due to a stay on IR thanks to a lower-body injury and the subsequent slump, these goals were his first since way back on Nov. 15.

Landeskog managed one assist for his only point in eight games leading up to the holiday break. He also went minus-6 over that span.

EDGE Analysis

Landeskog has been noticeably frustrated over this cold slump, having picked up 17 PIM and 26 hits. Still, those secondary categories generally aren't enough to carry fantasy owners very far in the fantasy realm. You need points from 'Kog -- he racked up 53 of those last season, but hasn't even crossed the 10-point plateau with just two games left in 2016.

Landeskog (lower body) will return to action for Saturday night's matchup in Montreal after missing 10 games, Mike Chambers of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Avalanche should be thrilled to have their captain back on the ice, as they managed to lose seven out of 10 games during Landeskog's absence. The 24-year-old Swede manages a healthy 2.13 shots on goal per game and could help complete a struggling Colorado offense with his leadership.

Landeskog (lower body) is expected to return to action against the Canadiens on Saturday, but remains on injured reserve.

EDGE Analysis

Since Colorado are under the 23-man roster limit, they can wait to make a final decision on activating Landeskog until after Saturday's game-day skate. If the winger is able to suit up, he will almost certainly slot into a top-six role and could potentially reclaim his spot on the power play. Despite averaging 2:35 of ice time with the man advantage, the 24-year-old has managed to tally just a pair of goals.

Landeskog (lower body) will miss a 10th consecutive game Thursday against the Bruins.

EDGE Analysis

Landeskog is reportedly making progress in his recovery, but remains without a definite timetable for his return to Colorado's lineup. At this juncture there's no reason to believe the 24-year-old winger will be cleared to play ahead of Saturday's matchup with Montreal.

Landeskog (lower body) will not suit up against Nashville on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Landeskog has yet to be activated off injured reserve and is still skating in a non-contact jersey. The Avs currently are sitting at 22 men on their roster, which means they would not need to reassign somebody to the minors in order to make space for the winger once he is cleared. Look for the organization to provide an update on Landeskog once he is eligible to return.

Landeskog (lower body) will be placed on injured reserve according to coach Jared Bednar, Terry Frei of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

It seems likely the Avs will use a retroactive designation on Landeskog which will allow them to activate him as soon as possible. Given this move, it seems unlikely the winger will be available against the Blue Jackets on Thursday. Check back for an update on the 24-year-old's status once he is healthy enough to return.

Landeskog (lower body) will not suit up against the Predators on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Landeskog was described by coach Jared Bednar as being "not ready to play" and has seemingly stalled in his progress toward a return. Tuesday will mark the winger's sixth consecutive missed contest. Once the 24-year-old is cleared, he should be able to get back on track following his eight point start to the season.

Landeskog (lower body) skated in a no-contact orange jersey Friday, but was too sore to participate in Saturday's morning skate, Terry Frei of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Instead of practicing, Landeskog got some treatment and did some off-ice work. He'll miss his fifth consecutive game Saturday against Vancouver.

Landeskog (lower body) will not play Saturday night against the Canucks, Terry Frei of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

By sitting out the next one, Landeskog will have until Tuesday to heal before Colorado's next scheduled game. The playmaking winger has missed the last four games, two of which were team losses.