Bartkowski remains a free agent in search of a one-way deal, The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bartkowski is coming off a full season with Vancouver and has spent the last four seasons in the NHL, so a two-way deal is out of the question for the 28-year-old. It is being reported that "a ton" of teams have been in contact with his agent, therefore it seems likely a deal could be reached in the coming weeks. Wherever he lands, his fantasy owners will hope it's on a better defensive team as he finished with a minus-19 rating last season.

Bartkowski will not be re-signed by Vancouver general manager Jim Benning told reports Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Bartkowski was an ironman for the Canucks during the 2015-16 campaign as he appeared in 80 contests. Despite suiting up for almost every game, the Pittsburgh-native averaged only 18:37 in ice time per night as was appearing as an infrequent member of either special teams units. Given his limited production, a mere six goals and 12 helpers, it is not surprising that Vancouver is deciding to go a different route on defense. Yet, fantasy owners can likely expect the 28-year-old to get signed by somebody as there is a general lack of experienced blue line depth in the league right now.

Bartkowski had two assists in 19:12 of ice time in Saturday's win over the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Bartkowski finished the season strong, notching a goal and three points in his last three games. The 27-year-old matched a career high with 18 points in his first year with the Canucks. While Bartkowski doesn't play on the power play, his six goals and 50 PIM made him valuable in some deeper leagues this season.

Bartkowski (illness) will play Tuesday against the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Bartkowski was a late scratch for Sunday's game against San Jose, which lead some to believe the former seventh-round pick was headed to another team as part of a trade. In reality, the 27-year-old blueliner was simply unavailable Sunday due to an illness. Fantasy owners likely don't need to concern themselves with Bartkowski's status either way, as he's tallied just 15 points (five goals, 10 assists) with a minus-15 rating over 59 games this season.

Bartkowski is a late scratch for Sunday's game against the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

Bartkowski is being scratched for undisclosed reasons, but there is a chance that the Canucks are holding him back in lieu of a possible trade. Yannick Weber will fill his slot in the lineup. Bartkowski's next chance to play will be Tuesday against the Islanders.

Bartkowski recorded his 4th and 5th goals of the season, an assist and a plus-2 rating in Thursday's 5-3 win over the Senators.

EDGE Analysis

Bartkowski certainly hasn't been having the most productive season, but he has been having a career season by his standards. He's set a career high in goals, as he'd never scored a goal prior to this season, and his 14 points is just four shy from tying his career high there. Still, the 27-year-old is only worth a look in the absolute deepest of formats.

Bartkowski (elbow) will play Thursday against the Senators.

EDGE Analysis

Playing few minutes for a defenseman, Bartkowski doesn't provide much to get excited about in fantasy. With just one point (a goal)and a minus-four rating in the month of February, he shouldn't be in consideration in most fantasy formats.

Bartkowski (elbow) is expected to play in Thursday's game against the Senators, the Vancouver Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bartkowski doesn't provide a ton of upside among blueliners, owning a putrid minus-17 rating that ranks among the worst in the league. He has provided a bit more offense (12 points) than in seasons past, but doesn't play on a power play unit and has limited upside. He can safely be avoided in nearly all fantasy formats.

Bartkowski reportedly needed a wrap for his elbow Monday and is considered day-to-day, Jon Abbott of TSN 1040 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Averaging just 18:31 of ice time this season, Bartkowski has provided a bit more offense this season (12 points in 58 games) than last, but he also owns an ugly minus-17 rating. The blueliner's status for Thursday's game appears in question, but look for more updates on his progress throughout the week that should provide a bit more clarity on the situation.

Bartkowski scored the lone Vancouver goal in Sunday's overtime loss to the Oilers.

EDGE Analysis

Bartowski isn't a big offensive contributor, but he's picked up two points in six games while averaging 17:30 of ice time. The 27-year-old doesn't play on the power play and has never hit 20 points in his career, so don't expect anything special.