Edler (lower body) isn't expected to return until late March, Lisa Dillman of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Edler suffered the injury Dec. 11 and has been out ever since, with his absence expected to last a few more weeks. A specific return date for the defenseman hasn't been established yet. Edler has 11 points in 26 games this season and would likely assume a bottom-four role once he returns.