Mitchell has yet to record a point in 16 games this year.

EDGE Analysis

Sure, he's a bottom-six grinder whose main role is to provide energy and a checking presence, but a big fat goose egg in the points column is surprising for a guy that's produced at a rate of 0.38 points per game (99 in 261 games) over the last four seasons. However, Mitchell's ice time is down to 12:26 per game from the 15-16-plus minutes he's received over that same span, which is further limiting his opportunities.

Despite being waived by the Avalanche on Friday, Mitchell is in the lineup for Saturday's matchup with the Wild, Drew Spevak of Denver Sports 760 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell wasn't claimed off waivers by another NHL club, which allowed the Avalanche to keep the veteran forward around for Saturday's contest. The 2003 fifth-round pick will slot into a bottom-six role against Minnesota, centering Andreas Martinsen and Blake Comeau on Colorado's fourth line.

Mitchell was placed on waivers Friday, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell played in the Avs' last four games, but was held off the scoresheet and contributed just three shots on goals and two PIM. If the 31-year-old is unclaimed off the waiver wire, he will be reassigned to AHL San Antonio. The veteran last appeared in the minors during the 2011-12 season in which he logged 14 points in 17 contests. If you are holding on to the center in your fantasy lineups, it may be time to let him go and consider other options.

Mitchell (hip) has fully recovered from his injury and will most likely suit up Friday against the Jets, the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Avs have a lengthy break in their schedule, so even though the report notes that Mitchell's pesky hip flexor is 100 percent healed, the veteran will need to wait awhile to make his season debut. The 31-year-old has spent four full seasons with Colorado, topping out at 32 points in 2013-14 before regressing to 26 and 21 in the following two campaigns. That said, Mitchell is a heart-and-soul guy that's far for valuable to the Avs on the ice these days than in fantasy circles.

Mitchell (hip) will not travel with the team on their four-game road trip.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell was a scratch from the Opening Night lineup, and the fact that he's going to sit out the four-game road trip leaves him sidelined at least until Oct. 28 when they return home to face the Jets.

Mitchell is in the starting lineup for Saturday's season opener against the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell did not participate in Tuesday's team practice due to a hip injury but apparently several more days of rest has brought him to at or near full strength. The 31-year-old center is coming off four consecutive 20-plus point games for the Avalanche but offers little more than deep offensive depth for fantasy owners given he isn't a mainstay on a top-six line.

Mitchell did not practice Tuesday due to a hip issue and may not be ready in time for Saturday's season open against the Stars, Terry Frei of the Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell has been a mainstay on Colorado's roster for the last four seasons, recording 99 points in 261 contests mostly as a depth forward. He hasn't been moved to injured reserve as of yet, but that could change between now and Saturday, especially since the Avalanche won't have to cut any additional players if they change his designation.

Mitchell picked up a pair of assists in Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell eclipsed double-digit apples for the fifth campaign in a row, all thanks to his short stretch of three helpers in the last two. The 31-year-old has never been one to light up the scoreboard, as this was his first multi-assist game of the year.

Mitchell notched his 10th goal of the year and a pair of penalty minutes Thursday in a 4-2 loss to the Flyers.

EDGE Analysis

The past three seasons have seen the veteran produce goal totals of 10, 11, and 11 again, so Mitchell's rounding right into line with his typical production in that category; however, he has just eight assists this year after notching 21 and 15 in the last two seasons. That leaves him on the outside looking in at the vast majority of fantasy rosters.

Mitchell will suit up for Wednesday's matchup against the Canadiens, Terry Frei of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Mitchell left Tuesday's practice after colliding with a teammate, but fully participated in Wednesday's morning skate and has been cleared to play. Mitchell, who has eight goals and seven assists in 48 games, will be centering the fourth line with Cody McLeod and Andreas Martinsen.