Stone (back) is expected to be activated from long-term injured reserve to play in Tuesday's game versus the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

The Golden Knights will likely need to make a number of corresponding moves to free up the cap space to activate Stone, but all signs point to him playing Tuesday. The 29-year-old has been excellent this 28 points in as many games this season. He's listed on the third line, but he'll be reunited with familiar linemates in Max Pacioretty and Chandler Stephenson. Given that Stone's missed 26 games, he'll likely be eased back into action with a lower ice time than his 18:09 per game average this season.

Stone's (back) status on whether or not he'll play in Tuesday's matchup against Vancouver is listed as a game-time decision, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Stone has been out of the Vegas lineup for 45 of its 73 games played this season. While dealing with a back injury, the Knights' right wing has still recorded a respectable 28 points through the same amount of games played. The 29-year-old has yet to play a full 82-game season throughout his 10-year career. Head coach Peter DeBoer may consider bringing him back early to help Vegas make a late push to bolster its playoff chances.

Stone (back) skated Tuesday but has not returned to full-team practices yet, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Stone has been out since Feb. 9 with a recurrence of the back injury that has bothered him throughout the season. The 29-year-old winger is not expected back soon, but it's encouraging that he's resumed skating. Given the Golden Knights' tight salary cap situation, Stone may not be back before the playoffs due to his long-term injured reserve status.

Stone (back) was placed on long-term injured reserve Monday, David Schoen of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Stone's placement on long-term injured reserve comes with a minimum absence of 24 days and 10 games. The 29-year-old has racked up 28 points over 28 appearances this season. This move cleared the way for Jack Eichel to come off injured reserve ahead of Wednesday's game against Colorado.

Stone didn't play Wednesday versus the Flames due to a recurrence of a back injury that's bothered him throughout the season, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Stone has missed 15 games over two stints with the injury previously this season, which remains a nagging issue for the winger. Head coach Pete DeBoer indicated Stone will be evaluated once the Golden Knights return home. They have a week before next Wednesday's game versus the Avalanche, but Stone's injury is more of a pain management situation that will have to be monitored the rest of the way.

Stone (upper body) won't play Wednesday versus the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

No further details were provided regarding Stone's injury, so it's unclear how long he may be sidelined. The 29-year-old has eight goals, 20 assists, 53 shots on net and a plus-7 rating while logging top-six minutes this season, so his absence will be noticeable. Expect Evgenii Dadonov to move up to the top line while Michael Amadio or Nolan Patrick draws into the lineup. Stone will have until next Wednesday versus the Avalanche to get healthy without missing any additional time.

Stone scored a goal on three shots and added an assist in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Stone's pressure led to a Brett Howden goal in the first period, and the winger added an insurance tally in the third. This was Stone's first multi-point effort since Dec. 21 when he scored twice against the Lightning. The 29-year-old is up to eight tallies, 20 assists, 51 shots on net and a plus-7 rating through 27 appearances. He'll continue to feature on the top line and the first power-play unit.

Stone has cleared the COVID-19 protocols and is expected to be in the lineup Tuesday versus the Hurricanes, David Schoen of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Stone didn't play Monday versus the Capitals, but he linked up with the Golden Knights in Raleigh ahead of Tuesday's game. The 29-year-old winger will likely play in a top-six role with power-play time, so fantasy manager shouldn't hesitate to activate him.

Stone was placed on the NHL's COVID-19 protocols list Thursday, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Now that he's entered the league's virus protocols, Stone will miss Thursday's matchup with Montreal at a minimum. With Stone unavailable, look for Michael Amadio or Adam Brooks to draw into the lineup against the Canadiens.

Stone logged an assist in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

Stone set up Evgenii Dadonov's first-period marker Monday. In his last four games, Stone has a goal and two assists. The 29-year-old winger continues to produce offense at a high level with seven tallies, 19 helpers, 43 shots on net and a plus-10 rating through 23 contests. He's one of the Golden Knights' most reliable all-situations forward and should continue to play in a significant role.