Frolik (lower body) could return to the lineup for Saturday's game against the Blues, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

This news comes as a bit of a surprise, as Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reported Frolik would miss the Flames' next two games Thursday. Nonetheless, it appears the winger's lengthy absence might finally come to an end Saturday. Another update on his status should surface prior to puck drop.

Frolik (lower body) will not return prior to the Christmas break, ruling him out the next two games, Derek Wills of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik has already missed the Flames' last 14 contests and now will be sidelined for at least another two. Before sustaining his lower-body issue, the winger was bogged down in a six-game pointless streak and will have to wait until at least Dec. 27 versus Winnipeg for a chance to get back on the scoresheet.

Frolik (lower body) won't play Wednesday against Philadelphia, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik will miss an 11th straight game Wednesday, and the Flames have yet to release any details regarding a potential timetable for his return to action. The 30-year-old winger will need to be activated off injured reserve before drawing back into the lineup, so another update on his status should surface once that occurs.

Frolik (lower body) remains on injured reserve ahead of Sunday's road game against the Oilers, per the NHL's official media site.

EDGE Analysis

An announcement would have already been made if Frolik was to return for the upcoming contest. He's bound to miss his 10th straight game, with Wednesday's home game against the Flyers presenting his next opportunity to return.

Frolik (lower body) won't be available for Friday's home game against the Kings, Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Flames reportedly will reach within their AHL system to get another healthy forward for the next game, as the Czech skater remains on injured reserve. Frolik's missed the past four contests, with Calgary dropping 12 goals between the pair of victories over that span.

Frolik (lower body) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game versus Dallas.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik remains on injured reserve but appears to be nearing a return to action. His next opportunity comes Friday against the Kings at home.

Frolik (lower body) has been placed on injured reserve and won't play Friday against Vegas or Sunday against the Coyotes.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik is still considered day-to-day with his lower-body injury, which indicates he could return to action following Calgary's two-game road trip against the Stars on Wednesday. The 30-year-old winger has been a solid depth scorer for the Flames this season, notching seven goals in 20 contests.

Frolik will not play Wednesday versus Winnipeg and is day-to-day with a lower-body injury.

EDGE Analysis

Frolik's absence comes as a bit of a surprise considering the winger had shown no signs of injury or discomfort in the team's previous games leading into Wednesday. He's considered day-to-day which means there's a chance he returns Friday in Vegas. Austin Czarnik will draw into Calgary's lineup Wednesday against the Jets.

Frolik scored twice Wednesday, helping the Flames defeat Boston 5-2 at home.

EDGE Analysis

Coming off an underwhelming 2017-18, Frolik has now scored three goals in five games, two of which came Wednesday night. After three-straight games playing fewer than 10 minutes, the 30-year-old Czech logged over 16 minutes in this one. Playing a top-six role in Calgary, Frolik should be expected to produce most evenings, though don't get used to these multi-point performances.

Frolik won't suit up for the IIHF World Championships.

EDGE Analysis

Although Frolik would be a welcomed addition to Czech Republic's roster, he's expecting his second child in the upcoming weeks, and he'll decline the invitation for family reasons. Frolik last represented his country at the first annual World Cup of Hockey, collecting an assist in three games of action.