Guentzel (not injury related) is on track to make his season debut Thursday versus Florida, Matt Vensel of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel returned to practice Monday after being sidelined for a week due to the NHL's COVID-19 protocols, but he wasn't able to take the ice for Tuesday's season opener versus Tampa Bay. However, after a few days of practice, the 27-year-old American looks to be on track to slot into his usual spots on the Penguins' top line and first power-play unit versus the Panthers. Guentzel racked up 23 goals and 57 points through 56 games last campaign.

Guentzel (not injury related) will not be available against the Lightning on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel just returned to practice Monday following his positive COVID-19 diagnosis, so it shouldn't come as a surprise to see him sitting out the season opener. Once back up to game speed, the 27-year-old winger should rejoin the top line with Jeff Carter and figures to be in the hunt for the 40-goal mark with a full 82-game season at his disposal.

Guentzel (COVID-19) was on the ice for Monday's practice session, Rob Rossi of The Athletic reports, indicating he's cleared the league's protocols.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel's return to the ice doesn't guarantee he'll be available for Opening Night against the Lightning on Tuesday, as he'll need to get back up to full speed after missing over a week of practice time. If Guentzel isn't ready to play versus Tampa Bay, his spot on the first line could fall to Danton Heinen, while Jason Zucker would be the most likely candidate to jump up to the No. 1 power-play unit.

Guentzel (COVID-19) is questionable for Saturday's Opening Night matchup with the Lightning on Tuesday, Pen Inside Scoop reports.

EDGE Analysis

Even if it's only for a game or two, Guentzel's potential absence would be a significant blow to a Penguins team that will already be without a pair of offensive studs in Sidney Crosby (wrist) and Evgeni Malkin (knee). If Guentzel does miss any contests, it would likely see Danton Heinen elevated into a top-six role while Jason Zucker jumps up to the first line with Jeff Carter.

Guentzel entered the NHL's COVID-19 protocols Sunday, Mike DeFabo of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel will have to submit a pair of negative COVID-19 tests before being permitted to return to Pittsburgh's training camp. At this point there's little reason to believe he won't be ready for the Penguins' Opening Night game versus Tampa Bay on Oct. 12, but this is nonetheless a situation worth monitoring. Guentzel racked up 23 goals and 57 points while averaging 20:16 of ice time through 56 contests last campaign.

Guentzel scored a power-play goal on his only shot and was minus-4 in Wednesday's 5-3 loss to the Islanders in Game 6.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel's one-timer from the high slot ricocheted off New York defenseman Ryan Pulock to give the Penguins a 2-1 lead midway through the opening period. It was Guentzel's only goal of the series, and his first point since Game 1, a disappointing postseason for a player who racked up 23 goals and 57 points during 56 regular-season appearances.

Guentzel produced an assist and three shots on goal in Thursday's 8-4 win over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel picked up the secondary helper on Sidney Crosby's third-period tally. The 26-year-old Guentzel has been impressive throughout the year with 23 goals, 34 helpers, a plus-7 rating and 138 shots in 55 contests. He'll have one more chance to add to his regular-season numbers Saturday versus the Sabres.

Guentzel scored a power-play goal and supplied a pair of assists in Tuesday's 7-3 win over the Flyers.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel scored with the man advantage at 3:20 of the second period. He also assisted on third-period markers by Sidney Crsoby (even strength) and John Marino (power play). It's been another spectacular year for Guentzel, who has 23 goals, 56 points, 135 shots on net and a plus-6 rating through 54 outings. He's earned 18 of his points on the power play.

Guentzel scored the game-winning goal and had four shots with two hits in Thursday's 5-4 overtime win over Washington.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel redirected John Marino's feed on top of the crease 2:11 into the extra period to secure the win for the Penguins. It was the team-leading 22nd goal of the year for the 26-year-old Guentzel, who has reached the scoresheet in five of his last six games.

Guentzel scored a goal on two shots and added a pair of hits Sunday in a 1-0 win over Boston.

EDGE Analysis

Guentzel accounted for the game's only goal when Sidney Crosby teed him up for a one-timer at the left dot 4:03 into the third period. It was the 21st goal of the season for Guentzel, six of which have been game-winners. The 26-year-old has been his typical consistent self in 2020-21, producing 52 points and a plus-10 rating in 49 contests.