Frolik (upper body) will be out Wednesday night against the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

Flames coach Bob Hartley speculated about when Frolik might be able to return. "Maybe Edmonton (Jan. 16) or on the road trip. He's very close." Frolik has 16 points (seven goals, nine assists) in 30 games this season but the versatile, two-way winger's fantasy value is limited since seven more players on his own team have produced at a higher level this season. If you insist on landing a Calgary skater, consider working a deal for Johnny Gaudreau or Sean Monohan.

Frolik (upper body) returned to practice Saturday, and has been cleared for contact, Derek Wills of Sportsnet 960 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik actually wore a yellow non-contact jersey during Saturday's practice, which apparently was just a precautionary measure to ensure his teammates knew not to hit him "too hard." Although the former first-round pick has already been ruled out of Monday's game against the Sharks, he's reportedly close to returning to action, perhaps as soon as Wednesday against the Panthers. Expect an update on Frolik's status following Monday's matchup with San Jose.

Frolik (upper body) will return to practice "shortly," Derek Willis of Sportsnet 960 reports.

EDGE Analysis

While this news is encouraging, Frolik's return to practice will initially be in a non-contact capacity. This fact likely means that Frolik will be out for at least another week, though further updates should be given once the Czech forward begins practicing.

Frolik (upper body) skated by himself Thursday morning, and continues to work on his upper-body strength, Roger Millions of Sportsnet Calgary reports.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik remains without a definitive timetable for return, but the fact that he's skating is certainly a sign of progress. However, he'll need to rejoin practice and probably participate in a few before the 27-year-old Czech will be able to rejoin the lineup.

Frolik will be sidelined for "a few weeks" with an upper-body injury.

EDGE Analysis

Although Frolik reportedly won't require surgery, the upper-body injury he suffered in Tuesday's game against the Sharks is apparently serious enough to hold the former first-round pick out of action long term. Given his recovery timetable, Frolik likely won't be ready to return to Calgary's lineup until early January. The 27-year-old winger has played quite well in a bottom-six role with the Flames this season, tallying 16 points (seven goals, nine assists) in 30 games.

Frolik (upper body) is out indefinitely, Sportsnet Calgary's Roger Millions reports.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik exited Tuesday's 2-1 OT win over the Predators in the third period with an upper-body injury, and was ultimately unable to return to the contest. He flew back to Calgary on Tuesday, and will undergo further evaluation by team doctors Wednesday. The 27-year-old winger has already been ruled out of the Flames' next three games, but a more definitive timetable should be established following his visit with Calgary's medical staff Wednesday. Josh Jooris will draw into the Flames' lineup for Thursday's tilt against the Stars in Frolik's absence.

Frolik left Tuesday's 2-1 OT win over the Predators during the third period and did not return, NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik's injury is being classified as an upper body injury, and it's probably safest to consider him day-to-day until we hear more. The winger currently has seven goals and nine assists through 30 games on the season.

Frolik lit the lamp Tuesday in a 4-2 victory against the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik has been rather streaky this season, but has still put up 15 points in 27 games. He's at right about the pace he has been the last few years, and should end up in the 40-45 point range once again.

Frolik opened the scoring in the first period and capitalized on a rebound in the second for two goals in Tuesday's 5-3 loss to the Ducks.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik buried a rebound up front to give the Flames an early lead and was a hawk around the net all night. He finished the game plus-3 with four shots and played 18:34.

Frolik is playing in Tuesday evening's matchup with the Panthers.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik's status was not confirmed until puck drop of this game. He logged 10:27 of ice time and one shot on goal through the first two periods of the contest.