Toews contributed three goals, two assists and a plus-5 rating Tuesday in Minnesota.

EDGE Analysis

Toews played a major role in all five of his team's goals in this 5-3 win over the Western Conference leaders. Chicago's captain completed his hat trick by sealing the contest with 1:02 to play, and did all of his damage at even strength while centering Richard Panik and Nick Schmaltz. Toews is really heating up with four goals and five assists during a four-game point streak.

Toews picked up two assists in Saturday's win over the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Toews has been red-hot of late, racking up 13 points in his last nine games. The 28-year-old has been a big part of the team's current five-game winning streak and is now up to 35 points in 48 games on the season. His 11 goals are a letdown, but it's hard to be upset with his recent inspired play. Toews is clicking right now on the top line with Richard Panik and Nick Schmaltz, so make sure you get him in your lineup.

Toews scored the game-winning goal in overtime and collected two assists against Minnesota on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

It was a big game for the Chicago captain, and Toews has started to provide more offense with seven goals and 19 points through his past 20 games. He's no longer the go-to scorer or fantasy asset he once was, but Toews is still a universal own and worth considering in daily contests when the matchup is right.

Toews scored his eighth goal of the season and had three assists in Sunday's win over the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

A breakthrough night for Toews, who put up his first multi-point outing since late-December. The all-star now has 26 points in 40 games and has fired 105 shots on goal. Toews has been a fantasy disappointment this season, but he showed Sunday what he's capable of in terms of offensive production. Now that the captain has scored for the first time in seven games, look for him to start finding twine more regularly.

Toews notched two assists during Friday's 3-2 loss to the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

Toews has been uncharacteristically quiet during December, although he was dealing with a back injury for a lengthy period. Still, owners may expect more than six points -- two goals and four helpers -- in nine appearances. It's been the tale of the tape so far this season for the 28-year-old, inconsistent play and glimpses of the star we've become accustomed to (four multi-point outings). Here's to hoping Toews starts to catch fire in the New Year.

Toews scored a power-play goal on his lone shot Thursday in Nashville.

EDGE Analysis

Toews' third-period tally tied the game at 2-2 before Patrick Kane won it later in the frame. The veteran center has scored three of his six goals on the power play, but it's hard to be surprised at his lack of even-strength production considering injuries up front have stuck him with rookie linemates for much of the season. Still, it's alarming to see Toews' shooting percentage sitting at 7.9 percent after never having dipped below 12.4 percent before.

Toews scored his first goal in 13 games during Friday's overtime loss to Colorado.

EDGE Analysis

It was Toews' first tally since Nov. 6, and he had just four assists during the 13-game span that sandwiched the nine game he missed with a back injury. Toews has been spending the majority of his ice time between Patrick Kane and Artemi Panarin, and if the trio remains a line, it's only a matter of time before Toews' offensive production increases. However, the 28-year-old center is likely already past his scoring prime and has already seen his point total decrease in each of the past two seasons.

Toews (back) will suit up against the Rangers on Tuesday, Tracey Myers of CSN Chicago reports.

EDGE Analysis

Although he will be playing, Mark Lazerus of the Chicago Sun-Times reports that Toews will likely be limited in his ice time to avoid rushing him back. With a cap on his minutes, the center may not be able to crack his eight-game goal drought that dates back to early November.

Toews (back) will travel with the team for their upcoming road trip to New York, Eric Lear of Blackhawks TV reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Blackhawks will play both New York teams on this trip, the Rangers on Tuesday and the Isles on Thursday. The fact that Toews is traveling is certainly a good sign but he remains on injured reserve. Since Chicago are currently under the 23-man roster limit, they can activate the center without having to make a corresponding transaction.

Toews (back) skated solo ahead of Sunday's morning practice session, Brian Hedger of NHL.com reports. However, he's already been ruled out for the evening's game against the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Toews has been off the ice for approximately a week due to the back issue, but appears to be making some progress wth the issue. Whether or not he heads out with the team to New York for Tuesday's game against the Rangers will be a telling sign as to whether or not he could be available at some point during the club's three-game road trip.