Clarkson is day-to-day with a lower-body injury and will not play Friday against the Rangers, Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch reports.

EDGE Analysis

Clarkson underwent testing Thursday to ensure the injury isn't long term, so it appears as though the ailment isn't particularly serious. He won't play Friday, but should have a good chance of returning to action Saturday against the Rangers. Jared Boll will slot in as a bottom-six forward in Clarkson's absence.