The Bruins are hopeful that DeBrusk (left foot) can return to action as soon as this weekend, Joe Haggerty of NBC Sports Boston reports.

EDGE Analysis

That's not a lock to occur, but coach Bruce Cassidy noted Friday that DeBrusk's foot issue isn't considered major, adding that the surging winger "might be ready Saturday, it might be a week, but I don't believe it's anything noteworthy that's going to keep him out for an extended period of time." Karson Kuhlman, who was called up Thursday to fill in for DeBrusk, was sent back to the AHL on Friday, but it's possible he could be summoned by the big club again if DeBrusk isn't cleared for Saturday contest against the Senators.

DeBrusk (lower body) won't play Thursday against the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

With DeBrusk sidelined due to a lower-body injury, the recently recalled Karson Kuhlman will draw into the lineup against Florida. The severity of DeBrusk's lower-body issue remains a mystery, but another update on his condition should be released prior to Saturday's matchup with the Senators.

The Bruins might be without DeBrusk (undisclosed) in Thursday's game against the Panthers, Joe McDonald of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

While details are pending on this item, there are a few factors that have led official reporters to become skeptical that DeBrusk will be able to suit up for the upcoming contest. For one, the B's have recalled Karson Kulman from AHL Providence, and Joe Giza of WBZ-TV also posted a video of DeBrusk having been slowed by an apparent injury in Wednesday's practice. We're waiting for the team to officially corroborate these baseline reports, but owners should line up alternatives to DeBrusk in case he ends up sitting out for the playoff-bound Bruins.

DeBrusk scored a goal and an assist in Tuesday's 4-3 overtime win over the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

The second-year winger has found the scoresheet in four straight games and nine of the last 10, piling up eight goals and 15 points over that stretch. DeBrusk only has 22 goals and 34 points through 57 contests on the season, so it's fair to wonder how long he'll be able to keep this up, but the chemistry he's showing with David Krejci should keep him in a productive top-six role over the final weeks of the season.

DeBrusk had a power-play assist in 14:57 of ice time in Saturday's 1-0 win over the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

With the power-play helper, DeBrusk was able to extend his point streak to three games. The 22-year-old has been scorching hot as of late, racking up 13 points in his past 10 games. The Edmonton native now has 32 points in 56 games this campaign. With 3:20 of average power-play time in his last 10 games, don't expect DeBrusk to slow down any time soon.

DeBrusk scored his sixth goal through seven games during a 4-1 victory over the Sharks on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

While his five-game point streak was snapped Saturday against the Blues, DeBrusk went right back at it with another goal for his 20th on the season. In his last seven games, he has 11 points after collecting only two assists in his previous 13 games. With new addition Marcus Johansson on the right side of DeBrusk and David Krejci, the second line will likely be a complete and dangerous line offensively.

DeBrusk scored a goal and tacked on two assists in Tuesday's win over the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

DeBrusk bumped up to the second line in the wake of David Pastrnak's thumb injury, and he made an immediate impact with a point in each period, including one on the power play. This is DeBrusk's potential and what the Bruins hope their 2015 first-round pick will be able to do consistently within the next year or two.

DeBrusk picked up only his fifth assist of the season during a 3-1 win over the Islanders on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Originally the assist went uncredited as it was unclear if DeBrusk was able to tip the puck on goal before Peter Cehlarik finished off the play, but DeBrusk was able to earn another helper. The sophomore winger is having an odd season with 14 goals but only 5 assists through 44 games.

DeBrusk (lower-body) will play Wednesday night against the Flyers.

EDGE Analysis

DeBrusk sat out Tuesday's practice, but evidently his lower-body issue is minor and he'll skate on Boston's second line with David Krejci and Peter Cehlarik on Wednesday. The 22-year-old winger has logged 14 goals and 17 points in 37 games to date, while providing the Bruins with needed secondary scoring. DeBrusk has gone a bit cold of late, with zero points over his last three games and one goal in his last five outings overall. Perhaps Cehlarik can help provide a spark on that front, while subbing in for veteran David Backes, who will be scratched versus the Flyers.

DeBrusk is dealing with a lower-body injury.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Bruce Cassidy relayed that the Bruins will know more about DeBrusk's playing status Wednesday morning, but if the winger is forced to miss any time, Peter Cehlarik (who was recalled Tuesday) is a candidate to fill in. Through 37 games this season, DeBrusk has tallied 14 goals and 17 points, while providing the Bruins with needed secondary scoring beyond the team's top trio of Brad Marchand, Patrice Bergeron and David Pastrnak.