Eriksson Ek scored his first goal of the year in Sunday's 3-2 win over St. Louis.

EDGE Analysis

Eriksson Ek had been held scoreless in his first nine games of the season, but in his last two he's tallied an assist and a goal. The 21-year-old Swede had just 16 points in 75 games during the 2017-18 campaign, so he shouldn't be on the radar in most fantasy formats.

Eriksson Ek returned from an upper-body injury Saturday, recording two empty shots on goal and a hit over 10:27 of ice time in a 3-2 home win over the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

It could take a little while for Eriksson Ek to get reacclimated considering he missed the previous six games with his injury. Known for his great hands and a scoring touch that had been on full display with Farjestads BK Karlstad in his home country before turning pro in 2016-17, Eriksson Ek is worth keeping tabs on, even though his transition to North American hockey hasn't gone as seamlessly as one would expect from a first-round pick -- Minnesota drafted the center 20th overall in 2015.

Eriksson Ek (upper body) has been activated from injured reserve for Saturday's home game against the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

After missing six straight games, Eriksson Ek is shaping up to assume third-line duty with Charlie Coyle and Matt Read. The versatile forward is a true scoring threat at even strength, but he's not an option for the man advantage which really limits his fantasy value.

Eriksson Ek (upper body) will suit up versus the Avalanche on Saturday, Sarah McLellan of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

In preparation of removing Eriksson Ek from injured reserve, the Wild shipped Jordan Greenway down to the minors to make room on the 23-man roster. Prior to getting hurt, the 21-year-old Eriksson Ek was averaging 11:43 of ice time while still looking for his first point of the season. The team will likely make his activation official on Saturday prior to puck drop.

Eriksson Ek (upper body) joined the Wild for Wednesday's practice sesson, but will need "to wait for the doctors to tell me he's good to go," according to coach Bruce Boudreau.

EDGE Analysis

Eriksson Ek was sporting a non-contact sweater at practice, so it's unclear when he might be given the green light to start absorbing contact, much less suit up in a game. In the meantime, Eric Fehr and Matt Read figure to continue deputizing in the youngster's stead.

Eriksson Ek (upper body) is expected to start skating Wednesday as he recovers from injury.

EDGE Analysis

It would be the first time out on the ice for Eriksson Ek since being hurt Oct. 11 and makes a significant step in his recovery. The center is likely still a week or more away from being cleared to fully participate in practice, much less a game, so fantasy owners will need to continue taking a wait and see approach.

The Wild placed Erksson Ek (upper body) on injured reserve retroactive to Oct. 11 on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Eriksson Ek has already been ruled out of Friday's matchup with Dallas and Saturday's game against the Lightning, so this move makes sense for the Wild in terms of roster flexibility. The 21-year-old forward will be eligible to return as soon as he's deemed fit to play.

Eriksson Ek (upper body) will be out through the weekend which renders him a scratch for games Friday and Saturday, Sarah McLellan of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Based on a long layoff in Minnesota's schedule following the back-to-back set, Eriksson Ek will have a solid week to continue rehabbing his injury before the Wild would consider activating him for a home game versus the Kings.

Eriksson Ek will be out for at least one week due to an upper-body injury, Michael Russo of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Eriksson Ek was originally deemed questionable for Saturday's matchup with Carolina due to undefined soreness, but it appears as though he may actually be dealing with a more significant injury. The Wild will likely recall a forward from their AHL affiliate to fill in while Eriksson Ek is on the shelf.

Eriksson Ek is not practicing Friday due to undefined soreness and isn't sure he can play Saturday, Sarah McLellan of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

Eriksson Ek apparently had some kind of issue late in Thursday's game. He began practice Friday but left early.