Hamonic (knee) is "50-50" to return for Thursday's game in Dallas, Brian Compton of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hamonic remains on injured reserve, but the Isles seem to be closely monitoring him as he inches closer to a return. A proven two-way commodity, Hamonic's absence was certainly felt this past Saturday, when the Blue Jackets crushed the Brooklyn team, 7-0. It's best to take a wait-and-see approach, as the 26-year-old rearguard has missed the past 23 games with his injury.