Spezza is dealing with an illness that will prevent him from playing Thursday night.

EDGE Analysis

With no shortage of fantasy players chasing their respective titles, a Spezza absence has significant implications. The veteran forward has 30 goals and 30 assists in 74 games, along with 23 points on the man advantage this season. Jason Dickinson reportedly has been called up from the minors and will make his NHL debut since Spezza will be held out.