McCabe scored an even-strength goal and added two assists, one on the power play, in Tuesday's 7-1 win over the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

The three points were a season high for the veteran blueliner, continuing a scoring surge that has seen McCabe collect two goals and 12 points over the last 16 contests. However, he had only two points in 16 games before that, and despite his current form he's been unable to work his way into a consistent spot on the power play. The Maple Leafs' offense is potent enough to keep supporting players like McCabe being productive in spurts, but don't be afraid to cut him loose once he cools down.

McCabe has eight points, including seven assists, in his last 10 games.

EDGE Analysis

He also has 19 hits and 11 shots in that span. McCabe's scoring outburst has been unusual -- he had just two assists in 16 games prior, and his best output ever (25 points) came last season, split between Chicago and Toronto. McCabe is at his best when he provides stability for a more roving, offensive partner, so count on hits and blocks going forward as the Maple Leafs' blue line starts to stabilize. Mark Giordano has been activated off LTIR, which will presumably lead to pair changes.

McCabe put up two assists in a 4-3 win over Ottawa on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

McCabe has only four assists in 17 games this season, but three of those have come in his last three games. We're not convinced this will last -- his best offensive season came last year when he put up a combined 25 points (three goals, 22 assists) between Chicago and Toronto. McCabe was brought into Toronto for his edge and grit, not his offense. There's no need to roster him at this time.

McCabe (groin) will be back in the lineup versus Calgary on Friday, according to NHL.com's Dave McCarthy.

EDGE Analysis

McCabe missed the last six games, but he'll replace John Klingberg (undisclosed) on the blue line against the Flames. McCabe has gone without a point in seven games this season.

McCabe (groin) will be a game-time decision versus Calgary on Friday, David Alter of Sports Illustrated reports.

EDGE Analysis

McCabe took part in Thursday's practice session but hasn't been given the all-clear to suit up against the Flames. Additionally, it looks like McCabe's potential return could see John Klingberg serving as a healthy scratch. In his seven games this season, McCabe has failed to get onto the scoresheet and has managed just six shots on net.

McCabe (groin) isn't expected to return Wednesday versus Ottawa, according to Mike Stephens of SI Now.

EDGE Analysis

McCabe skated with the Maple Leafs on Wednesday but wasn't a part of the top-three pairings during line rushes. The fact that he joined the practice at all does suggest he's getting close, so perhaps he'll be an option against Calgary on Friday. McCabe's been held off the scoresheet this season while recording a minus-4 rating, 12 hits and nine blocks in seven contests. The 30-year-old has missed Toronto's last five contests.

McCabe (groin) won't play Monday against Tampa Bay, David Alter of Sports Illustrated reports.

EDGE Analysis

McCabe, who took part in Toronto's optional morning skate Monday, hasn't played since Oct. 26 against Dallas because of a groin injury. He hasn't hit the scoresheet yet this campaign while chipping in six shots on goal, nine blocked shots and 12 hits over seven games. Simon Benoit is expected to fill in on the back end in Monday's contest, according to Mark Masters of TSN.

McCabe (groin) definitely won't play against Boston on Thursday and is "unlikely" for Saturday's matchup with Buffalo as well, David Alter of Sports Illustrated reports.

EDGE Analysis

McCabe is at least expected to start skating Thursday while the team is in Boston, so that's certainly a step in the right direction. Assuming he misses both contests, McCabe's groin problem will have cost him at least four games. While the blueliner's physicality might be missed, he's dished out 12 hits in seven games, his offensive contributions have been lacking with zero points to open the season.

McCabe (groin) won't play Tuesday against the Kings, according to David Alter of Sports Illustrated.

EDGE Analysis

McCabe may be able to ramp it up at practice prior to Thursday's contest against Boston, but it's unclear if he will be ready to play by then. He hasn't been in the lineup since Oct. 26 versus the Stars because of a groin injury. McCabe has six shots on goal, nine blocked shots, 12 hits and a minus-4 rating in seven games this season.

McCabe (groin) won't play Saturday against Nashville, though his MRI results were the "best-case scenario" according to coach Sheldon Keefe, David Alter of Sports Illustrated reports.

EDGE Analysis

While McCabe will miss Saturday's contest, it appears that he won't be out as long as the Leafs originally feared. The 30-year-old blueliner has yet to record a point this season, tallying 12 hits and nine blocked shots through his first seven games. William Lagesson was recalled Friday and will likely fill a bottom-pairing role in McCabe's absence.