McTavish notched a shorthanded assist, three shots on goal and three blocked shots in Wednesday's 2-1 overtime loss to the Maple Leafs.

EDGE Analysis

A 4-on-4 situation became a Toronto power play while the Ducks had possession, and McTavish was able to feed Frank Vatrano for the opening goal. With four helpers over six contests since returning from an upper-body injury, McTavish has done alright, but he hasn't quite found the same level he was at before his absence. The 20-year-old is up to 25 points (six on the power play, two shorthanded) with 76 shots on net, 20 blocked shots, 36 PIM and a minus-11 rating over 30 appearances. He remains a top-six fixture for the Ducks.

McTavish notched three assists, three shots on goal, two blocked shots, two PIM and a plus-2 rating in Wednesday's 5-2 win over the Golden Knights.

EDGE Analysis

McTavish helped out on goals by Jamie Drysdale, Frank Vatrano and Brett Leason in this contest. McTavish missed seven games with an upper-body injury earlier in December, and he entered Wednesday on a six-game point drought. The 20-year-old center is up to 24 points, 70 shots on net, 17 blocked shots, 34 PIM and a minus-8 rating through 27 outings overall. With Leo Carlsson (knee) out for at least a month, McTavish should have no trouble maintaining a significant role in the Ducks' top six.

McTavish (upper body) will return to the lineup Thursday versus the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

McTavish was considered likely to return earlier in the day, and the team's lineup announcement confirmed it. The 20-year-old appears set to be eased in on the third line, playing alongside Max Jones and Brett Leason. McTavish should also see power-play time after his seven-game absence.

McTavish (upper body) will probably play in Thursday's contest versus Calgary, coach Greg Cronin told Alyson Lozoff of Bally Sports West.

EDGE Analysis

McTavish has missed Anaheim's last seven contests because of the injury. He has 10 goals and 21 points in 24 contests this season. If McTavish returns Thursday, then Ross Johnston might be a healthy scratch while Adam Henrique will likely slide from the second to the third line.

McTavish (upper body) will not play Sunday against the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

While McTavish appears to be close to a return, he's now missed six consecutive games. The Ducks are back in action Monday against Detroit.

McTavish (upper body) will not suit up Friday against the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

McTavish has now missed five straight games but it seems like he's nearing a return. The second-year center was considered a game-time call and could return as early as Sunday against the Devils. He has 21 points in 24 appearances this season.

McTavish (upper body) will be a game-time decision versus the Rangers on Friday, Alyson Lozoff of Bally Sports West reports.

EDGE Analysis

McTavish has been shelved for four straight matches due to his upper-body problem. Prior to getting hurt, the 20-year-old center was mired in a five-game goal drought and four-game pointless streak. Despite the recent slump, McTavish has still racked up 21 points in 24 games this season, including six with the man advantage.

McTavish (upper body) won't play Wednesday versus the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

McTavish will miss his fourth straight game as the Ducks begin a four-game road trip. It's unclear if McTavish will be available for any of those games, though it is encouraging the team hasn't placed him on injured reserve yet. The Ducks' next game is Friday versus the Rangers.

McTavish (upper body) will not dress Sunday against the Jets.

EDGE Analysis

McTavish will miss his third straight game, and there have been no recent updates on his condition. The 20-year-old has 10 goals and 21 points in 24 games this season but had been held scoreless in his last four appearances prior to getting hurt. Anaheim's next game is Wednesday against the Islanders.

McTavish (upper body) won't travel with the Ducks for the team's upcoming two-game road trip, Derek Lee of The Sporting Tribune reports.

EDGE Analysis

It was initially believed that McTavish would be able to make the trip, but that won't be the case. His next chance to play will be Sunday's contest against Winnipeg. McTavish, who was injured in Saturday's 4-3 shootout win over Colorado, has generated 10 goals, 21 points and 63 shots on net across 24 games this season.