Muzzin has tested positive for COVID-19, according to David Alter of The Hockey News.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin has become Toronto's 14th player to enter the league's COVID-19 protocols, and this means he is not expected to return to action any time soon. The 32-year-old recorded two assists in seven appearances during December.

Muzzin posted an assist, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 5-1 win over the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin helped out on a Michael Bunting goal in the second period. The 32-year-old Muzzin hasn't exactly lit up the scoresheet in November with just four assists in 14 games. He's up to seven points, 49 hits, 26 blocks, 26 shots on net and a minus-1 rating in 23 contests overall -- it's the physical play that will keep him on the fringe of fantasy lineups for much of the year.

Muzzin notched a shorthanded assist, three shots on goal, three hits, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Sunday's 3-0 win over the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin set up Mitch Marner for the opening tally at 3:31 of the first period. With six points in 20 games, Muzzin's offense hasn't jumped out at fantasy managers. He's been sturdy physically with 46 hits, 24 blocked shots and six PIM in a top-four role -- he can help in deeper formats, but he'll likely top out around 25 points over a full campaign.

Muzzin had a goal and an assist Saturday in a 5-4 victory over Detroit.

EDGE Analysis

It was Muzzin's first goal of the season; he now has three points in nine games. He isn't going to net you PP production, but he's still the Leafs' second-best defender. Muzzin has put up 40 point seasons before, but he's more likely to deliver 30-35 with lots of hits and blocked shots. And that makes him a solid fantasy options in those specialty formats.

Muzzin (undisclosed) will be in the lineup versus the Rangers on Monday, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin won't miss any game action after being held out of Sunday's practice session with what was deemed a maintenance day. The 32-year-old defenseman is still looking for his first point of the season after having been blanked in the opening three contests of the year. Despite the slow start, the Ontario native should still be expected to top the 20-point threshold this year for the third straight time.

Muzzin (undisclosed) is not at practice Sunday morning, Lance Hornby of The Toronto Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin has played all three games this year so far and hasn't officially sustained an injury, so Sunday's absence could simply be a maintenance day for the 32-year-old. Nonetheless, fantasy managers should expect a status update on the blueliner prior to Monday's game against the Rangers.

Muzzin (lower body) was on the ice for practice Thursday, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin missed Game 7 of the Maple Leafs' first round playoff loss to the Canadiens with a lower-body injury last season, but he was given a three-week recovery timetable at that point, so it wasn't surprising to see him on the ice Thursday. The veteran blueliner picked up four goals, 27 points, 103 shots, 101 hits and 94 blocks in 53 games last campaign.

Muzzin (lower body) will be out for at least three weeks according to coach Sheldon Keefe, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin's absence will be a significant blow for the Leafs' blue line heading into Monday's Game 7 clash with the Habs and potentially beyond if Toronto advances to the next round. Through the first six games of the postseason, the 32-year-old defenseman registered two goals on seven shots, one assist and 16 hits while averaging 19:30 of ice time. Rasmus Sandin figures to jump back into the lineup with Muzzin unavailable while T.J. Brodie should see an uptick in power-play time.

Muzzin (lower body) will not return to Saturday's Game 6 versus the Canadiens.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin was seen limping down the tunnel to the locker room during the second period. While the exact nature of his injury is unknown, it's believed to be a groin injury, Kevin McGran of The Toronto Star reports. Muzzin plays a large defensive role in the top four for the Maple Leafs, so his absence could have a ripple effect on the blue line.

Muzzin scored twice on three shots and added five hits in Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the Canadiens in Game 5.

EDGE Analysis

Muzzin tallied twice in a span of 5:02 during the third period. His second goal tied the game at 3-3, as he tipped in a shot from Alex Galchenyuk. Muzzin's last two-goal game was March 15, 2019. The defenseman has racked up three points, 15 hits, nine blocked shots and a plus-2 rating through five playoff contests.