Bedard (shoulder) is expected back before the Olympic break, Scott Powers of The Athletic reports Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Bedard is still recovering from a shoulder injury he suffered Dec. 12. He has missed 10 games since then, and a return to the ice isn't imminent but is expected before the Olympic break, which begins Feb. 6. The 20-year-old is in the midst of his best season as a pro with 19 goals and 25 assists in 31 games.