MacDonald was designated for non-roster, injured reserve Monday.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald had hip surgery in September and is expected to miss 5-6 months. The blueliner racked up 31 goals and 24 assists in 63 games with AHL Colorado last season. However, given the timing and severity of his injury, he's unlikely to make an impact in the NHL this season and can be ignored in fantasy leagues.

MacDonald underwent successful hip surgery Tuesday and is expected to miss 5-6 months.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald didn't appear in the NHL last year but had a stellar season with AHL Colorado, racking up 31 goals, 24 assists, 46 PIM and a plus-24 rating over 63 appearances with the Eagles. However, the 32-year-old is expected to miss most of the 2025-26 campaign following his procedure.

MacDonald was reassigned to AHL Colorado on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald was called up earlier in the day, but he was not needed to step into the lineup against the Red Wings. The 32-year-old defenseman could be called up again if Erik Johnson (lower body) remains sidelined for Thursday's game versus the Kings.

MacDonald was called up from AHL Colorado on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald has 27 goals and 50 points in 55 outings with the AHL's Eagles in 2024-25. He might draw into the lineup Tuesday versus Detroit because defensemen Samuel Girard (lower body) and Erik Johnson (lower body) are questionable, while Josh Manson (upper body) remains out.

MacDonald was placed on waivers Sunday with the purpose of being reassigned to AHL Colorado's training camp.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald will start the season with AHL Colorado after signing a two-year contract with the organization in July. The 31-year-old spent the 2023-24 season with San Jose, registering nine points in 34 regular-season contests.

MacDonald (undisclosed) participated in Colorado's informal skate Tuesday, Brennan Vogt of The-Rink.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald sat out the final three games of the 2023-24 regular season due to injury, but he will be available for the start of training camp. He signed a two-year contract with the Avalanche in July after producing seven goals, two assists, 49 shots on net and 40 hits in 34 regular-season appearances with the Sharks last campaign. The versatile MacDonald will compete for a depth spot in the Colorado lineup as a forward or a defenseman.

MacDonald (undisclosed) signed a two-year, $1.55 million contract with Colorado on Monday, according to PuckPedia.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald provided seven goals, two assists, 49 shots on net and 40 hits in 34 regular-season contests with the Sharks in 2023-24. The 31-year-old has played three of his first five years with the Avalanche, so he should be familiar with the organization. He missed San Jose's final three games because of an injury but should be available for training camp. MacDonald could see playing time in a depth capacity as a forward or a defenseman in 2024-25.

MacDonald (undisclosed) will miss the final two games of the 2023-24 season, according to Max Miller of The Hockey News.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald wasn't able to play Saturday against Minnesota after getting injured in Thursday's 3-1 win over Seattle. He will conclude the campaign with seven goals, nine points, 49 shots on net and 40 hits in 34 appearances.

MacDonald (undisclosed) is expected to play Saturday against Minnesota, according to Max Miller of The Hockey News.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald won't miss any additional action after leaving Thursday's 3-1 loss to Seattle. He has accounted for seven goals, nine points, 49 shots on net and 40 hits in 34 contests this campaign.

MacDonald (undisclosed) won't return to Thursday's game versus the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

MacDonald was ruled out for the game early in the third period. He saw just 5:54 of ice time in the contest, and it's unclear why he exited the game. The Sharks' next game is Saturday versus the Wild.