Manson (upper body) is unlikely to play in San Jose on Thursday, according to Brennan Vogt of Mile High Hockey.

EDGE Analysis

Manson last played Nov. 29 in Dallas, leaving the game at the 6:00 mark of the second period. Manson has missed nine contests thus far, and while he is close to a return, it appears that Thursday's tilt will be his 10th consecutive game off the ice. Manson has a goal and five assists with a minus-10 rating over 24 games this season.

Manson (upper body) might suit up during Colorado's three-game road trip but won't be in action against Vancouver on Monday, Avalanche play-by-play announcer Conor McGahey reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manson will have a few extra days before Colorado's back-to-back versus the Sharks and Ducks on Thursday and Friday, respectively. Once ready to play, Manson will need to be activated off injured reserve, which could see either Keaton Middleton head back to the minors or John Ludvig could be put back on waivers. Manson has registered six points in 24 games this year but doesn't have a power-play role, which limits his fantasy upside.

Manson (upper body) was placed on injured reserve Monday, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Manson is week-to-week after missing Saturday's 4-1 loss to Edmonton. He has accounted for five assists, six points, 27 shots on goal, 34 blocked shots and 51 hits across 24 appearances this season. If Oliver Kylington (upper body) remains unavailable to play against Buffalo, John Ludvig or Keaton Middleton could be in Tuesday's lineup.

Manson (upper body) is considered week-to-week after missing Saturday's game versus the Oilers, Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manson is likely farther out from a return than Oliver Kylington (undisclosed), who is day-to-day. Manson will probably miss at least the first half of the Avalanche's upcoming road trip, and he could be out longer. Calvin de Haan and John Ludvig will continue to act as the third defense pairing until Colorado gets healthier on the blue line.

Manson (upper body) will miss Saturday's game against Edmonton, per Evan Rawal of the Denver Gazette.

EDGE Analysis

Manson has a goal, six points, 51 hits and 34 blocks in 24 outings with the Avalanche in 2024-25. John Ludvig will draw into the lineup due to Manson's injury.

Manson (upper body) won't finish Friday's game versus the Stars, Corey Masisak of The Denver Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Manson was hurt in the second period, though it's not clear what exactly caused him to exit the game. The 33-year-old defenseman should be considered day-to-day ahead of Saturday's game versus the Oilers. If he can't play, John Ludvig or Oliver Kylington (undisclosed) are the defensemen who could replace him in a bottom-four role.

Manson posted an assist, three hits, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 8-2 loss to the Lightning.

EDGE Analysis

Going plus-2 in a blowout loss like this one is an impressive feat. Manson snapped an eight-game point drought as well, and he's now at six points through 22 contests. The 33-year-old defenseman has added 24 shots on net, 49 hits, 32 blocked shots, 16 PIM and a minus-8 rating on the season. He's a gritty second-pairing blueliner, so he'll have some fantasy value in formats that reward the rough stuff.

Manson notched a power-play assist, three blocked shots and a plus-3 rating in Tuesday's 6-3 win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

The Avalanche were nursing a lead when Nikolai Kovalenko scored in the dying seconds. The helper was Manson's first career power-play point, but he shouldn't be expected to be a contributor in that area moving forward. The defenseman has five points, 16 shots on net, 25 hits, 20 blocked shots, 12 PIM and a minus-5 rating through 13 contests. He brings physicality in a bottom-four role and is producing offense at a pace similar to last season when he logged 25 points in 76 regular-season outings.

Manson scored a goal and added two hits in Sunday's 5-4 win over the Senators.

EDGE Analysis

Manson stretched the Avalanche's lead to 2-0 with a goal late in the second period. The defenseman has been steady on both sides of the puck despite the Avalanche's early defensive struggles. He's collected four points, 15 shots on net, 18 hits, 14 blocked shots, 12 PIM and a minus-5 rating over nine outings. Manson has yet to go more than two games without a point.

Manson recorded an assist, five blocked shots and six PIM in Sunday's 4-1 win over the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

Manson has been steady on offense with three assists over six games this season. The 33-year-old blueliner has added 10 shots on net, 13 hits, 12 blocked shots, eight PIM and a minus-5 rating. He's a lock to play on the Avalanche's second pairing, and while his offense won't always be consistent, he regularly adds plenty of hits and PIM.