Spezza likely won't be fantasy relevant unless he recovers really quickly. If he does return before the end of the regular season he could be worthwhile to stash on your roster and could be helpful come Fantasy playoff time.

Not good news for the Senators and Spezza's fantasy owners because it looks like he is going to be out for awhile. Spezza has a history of back injuries so obviously surgery was the best option for him. More news to follow on how much time he will miss.

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No word yet on how long Spezza will be out, but make sure to get him out of your lineups tonight.

Spezza is out with an upper-body injury but may play tonight despite missing practice this morning. Monitor his status going forward to determine wether he is in or out of the Senators lineup.

Spezza has 2 G and 3 A in 5 games, he should be considered day-to-day. Spezza isn't expected to miss much time.

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Spezza draws back in after missing a game. The superstar center scored 32 goals and 82 points in 77 games.

Spezza isn't expected to miss more than today's game. The playmaking center scored 32 goals and 82 points in 77 games.

Spezza gets back into the lineup following a bout with the flu. The top line center has 29 goals and 75 points through 73 games.