Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Wed 4/24/24 10:14 PM

Edmundson recorded an assist in Game 3 against the Bruins on Wednesday, albeit in a 4-2 home loss.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson rushed toward the attacking zone after John Tavares sent a crisp pass his way from center ice, and it led to a Matthew Knies goal courtesy of a Mitch Marner helper. Still, since the Leafs are down 2-1 in the conference quarterfinals and averaging just two goals per contest, this team needs to pick up the pace offensively. Edmundson isn't expected to do much in that area as a third-pairing defenseman without a role on the power play.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Fri 4/19/24 2:07 PM

Edmundson (rest) is set to play in Game 1 against Boston on Saturday, per Jonas Siegel of The Athletic.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson didn't play in Wednesday's 6-4 loss to Tampa Bay so that he could get a breather before the playoffs. He finished the regular season with a goal, six points, 80 hits and 65 blocks in 53 contests between Washington and Toronto. Edmundson is projected to start the postseason on the third pairing alongside Timothy Liljegren.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Wed 4/17/24 5:11 PM

Edmundson (rest) will miss Wednesday's tilt versus Tampa Bay, per Luke Fox of Sportsnet.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson will finish the regular season with a goal and six points in 53 contests. He missed nine of 10 outings from March 26-April 13 because of injury, which is likely why the Leafs have opted to give him the night off against the Lightning.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Tue 4/16/24 7:10 PM

Edmundson (undisclosed) is set to play Tuesday versus the Panthers, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson has been banged up down the stretch, but he'll draw in for Tuesday's game. The Maple Leafs have nine available defensemen currently, so it's still possible the veteran is rested for Wednesday's tilt versus the Lightning.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Mon 4/15/24 12:53 PM

Edmundson (undisclosed) will be re-evaluated ahead of a matchup with Florida on Tuesday. Head coach Sheldon Keefe told reporters, "We'll see where he's at tomorrow just to be sure, but practice today was a positive sign for him," per Mark Masters of TSN.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson has played in just one of Toronto's last 10 outings due to various injury concerns but seems to be nearing a return to action. Considering the defenseman has just six points in 44 contests, few fantasy managers should be banking on Edmundson producing offensively.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Sat 4/13/24 4:24 PM

Edmundson (undisclosed) won't play Saturday against Detroit, according to Mark Masters of TSN.
EDGE Analysis
The Maple Leafs are being very cautious with a new injury that popped up for Edmundson. He logged 19:22 of ice time in Toronto's 6-5 loss to New Jersey after missing eight games. Timothy Liljegren (upper body) will replace Edmundson in Saturday's lineup.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Thu 4/11/24 11:07 AM

Edmundson (undisclosed) told reporters he's good to go for Thursday's matchup with New Jersey, Mark Masters of TSN reports.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson should return to a bottom-pairing role following his eight-game absence. The 30-year-old blueliner has picked up just six points through 44 contests this season, so his return won't impact any fantasy lineups.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Mon 4/8/24 11:29 AM

Edmundson (undisclosed) will not be available against Pittsburgh or New Jersey on Monday and Tuesday, respectively, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson is still reportedly in contention to return versus the Devils on Thursday, though he hasn't been officially cleared to return. Once given the all-clear, Edmundson should reclaim a spot on the blue line, potentially at the expense of Simon Benoit, though it's possible the Maple Leafs could use the added depth to rest veterans before the playoffs.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Wed 4/3/24 11:30 AM

Edmundson (undisclosed) skated Wednesday for the first time since he sustained an undisclosed injury, according to David Alter of The Hockey News. Edmundson's next step might be to participate in Friday's practice, but the 30-year-old defenseman will still miss Toronto's next two games at a minimum, per Terry Koshan of The Toronto Sun.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson hasn't been in the lineup since March 24, but it seems like he's making progress in his recovery. He has a goal, six points, 73 hits and 60 blocks in 51 outings between Washington and Toronto this season. With Edmundson ruled out for Toronto's upcoming two contests, his next potential opportunity to return will be Monday versus Pittsburgh.

Joel Edmundson
D TOR
Tue 3/26/24 11:48 AM

Edmundson (undisclosed) is expected to miss the next three games, David Alter of The Hockey News reports.
EDGE Analysis
Edmundson's tallied just six points through 51 games split between Washington and Toronto this season, so his absence shouldn't impact any fantasy lineups. Connor Timmins could see regular usage until Edmundson is ready to return.