Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Fri 1/24/25 3:18 PM

Barbashev logged an assist, three shots on goal, two hits and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 4-2 win over the Blues.
EDGE Analysis
The helper was Barbashev's first point in seven games since he returned from missing 10 contests due to an upper-body injury. He's been on the top line since his return but hasn't been able to recapture his chemistry with Jack Eichel and Mark Stone yet. Despite the recent slump, Barbashev still has 15 goals, 31 points, 63 shots on net, 73 hits and a plus-11 rating over 38 appearances this season.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Sat 1/11/25 5:18 PM

Barbashev (upper body) was activated off injured reserve Saturday, per the NHL media site.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev missed 10 straight games from Dec. 19-Jan. 9 because of the injury, but he should return to the lineup Saturday versus the Rangers. He has 15 goals and 30 points in 31 outings in 2024-25. Victor Olofsson and Tanner Pearson both saw time on the first line during Barbashev's absence, but now that he's back, the 29-year-old Barbashev is likely to play alongside Jack Eichel and Mark Stone.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Thu 1/2/25 2:38 PM

Barbashev (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, per the NHL media site.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev will miss his seventh consecutive game Thursday when the Golden Knights host Philadelphia. The 29-year-old was off to the best start of his career with 15 goals and 30 points over 31 games before the injury. It's not yet clear when Barbashev will be able to return to action.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Tue 12/31/24 2:45 PM

Barbashev (upper body) won't play Tuesday versus Montreal, per Jesse Granger of The Athletic.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev will miss his sixth consecutive game Tuesday. There hasn't been much information regarding Barbashev's progression in his recovery, so fantasy managers shouldn't count on the two-time Stanley Cup champion for Thursday's home game against the Flyers. The 29-year-old is producing at just under a point-per-game pace in 2024-25 with 15 goals and 15 helpers through 31 appearances.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Sun 12/29/24 7:38 PM

Barbashev (upper body) will miss Sunday's game against Calgary, per Jesse Granger of The Athletic.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev hasn't been in the lineup since Dec. 15. He has 15 goals and 30 points in 31 outings in 2024-25. His next opportunity to return will come Tuesday versus Montreal.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Fri 12/27/24 10:13 PM

Barbashev (upper body) won't play Friday versus the Sharks, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev will miss his fourth straight game due to this injury. The 29-year-old was considered day-to-day as of Monday and wasn't guaranteed to suit up Friday, but it doesn't appear this will be a long-term issue. Barbashev's next chance to play is Sunday at home versus the Flames.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Mon 12/23/24 3:03 PM

Barbashev (upper body) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Ducks, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev will be unavailable for a third consecutive game due to an upper-body injury. Although head coach Bruce Cassidy labeled the 29-year-old as day-to-day, Cassidy isn't yet sure whether Barbashev will be able to return in time for Friday's game against the Sharks. Cole Schwindt and Tanner Laczynski should continue to draw into the lineup against Anaheim.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Sat 12/21/24 9:39 PM

Barbashev (upper body) is set to miss Saturday's tilt against Seattle, per Jesse Granger of The Athletic.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev was also absent for Vegas' 3-1 win over Vancouver on Thursday. He has 15 goals and 30 points in 31 appearances in 2024-25. Barbashev's next opportunity to return will come Monday versus Anaheim.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Thu 12/19/24 2:50 PM

Barbashev (upper body) isn't expected to play Thursday versus Vancouver, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev has 15 goals and 30 points in 31 appearances in 2024-25. Tanner Laczynski, who was called up from AHL Henderson on Thursday, is projected to make his NHL season debut. Barbashev's injury might also lead to Alexander Holtz getting some power-play ice time after logging a total of just two seconds with the man advantage over his past six outings.

Ivan Barbashev
C/LW VGK
Tue 12/17/24 3:37 PM

Barbashev (upper body) didn't practice Tuesday and is day-to-day, according to Jesse Granger of The Athletic.
EDGE Analysis
Barbashev sustained the injury in Sunday's 3-2 win over Minnesota, and it's unclear if he will be ready to play Thursday versus Vancouver. He has compiled 15 goals, 30 points, 58 hits and 51 shots on net across 31 appearances this season. Cole Schwindt might play against the Canucks if Barbashev is unavailable, while Brett Howden or Victor Olofsson could move to the top line.