Matheson scored a goal on three shots, levied two hits and added two PIM in Sunday's 3-2 win over the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson's third-period tally ultimately stood as the game-winner. The defenseman is up to three goals, 12 points, 44 shots on net, 33 hits, 25 blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in 27 appearances. The Penguins haven't mixed things up among their blueliners much, so Matheson should continue to see a third-pairing role.

Matheson notched two assists in Friday's 4-2 win over the Capitals.

EDGE Analysis

He had a hand in Pittsburgh's first two goals of the night, helping to build a 3-0 lead through two periods. Matheson snapped a nine-game point drought with the performance, and on the season the veteran blueliner has one goal and nine points through 23 games.

Matheson tallied a goal and an assist with two shots and two blocks in Saturday's 7-1 win over Toronto.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson scored what proved to be the game-winner, driving wide on a 2-on-2 rush and stuffing home a wraparound to give the Penguins a 2-1 lead 1:38 into the second period. He also picked up an assist on Evan Rodrigues' power-play tally that rounded out the scoring early in the third. The points were the first of the year for Matheson, who made his season debut on Tuesday.

Matheson (lower body) will make his season debut versus Dallas on Tuesday, Seth Rorabaugh of TribLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson recorded 16 points in 44 games for the Penguins last year while averaging 18:38 of ice time, including 0:58 with the man advantage. While the 27-year-old blueliner won't be supplanting Kris Letang on the No. 1 unit anytime soon, he should get some looks with the second power play, making him a sneaky low-cost fantasy option.

Matheson (lower body) practiced Monday but remains a question mark ahead of Tuesday's clash with Dallas, Wes Crosby of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson has been sidelined for the Pens' first three matches of the year due to his lingering lower-body problem. If the Quebec native does play Tuesday, he figures to slide into the No. 2 power-play unit where he could offer decent mid-range fantasy value.

Matheson (lower body) remains out for Saturday's game versus the Blackhawks.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson will miss a third straight game to start the season. The 27-year-old is dealing with a lingering injury, and the Penguins will likely continue to be cautious with him so it doesn't turn into a long-term issue. Mark Friedman will likely remain in the lineup.

Matheson (lower body) will not be available for Thursday's contest against Florida, Seth Rorabaugh of TribLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson will miss his second straight game to begin the 2021-22 campaign. The 27-year-old will be questionable for Saturday's tilt with the Blackhawks and Mark Friedman is expected to take his place again Thursday.

Matheson (lower body) is considered day-to-day despite missing Wednesday's practice session.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson is reportedly dealing with a nagging injury issue, so the Penguins may decide to shut him down against Florida on Thursday to allow him to get back to 100 percent. If the 27-year-old blueliner does miss another game, it would open up a spot in the lineup for Mark Friedman -- who played Tuesday versus the Lightning -- or Pierre-Olivier Joseph.

Matheson will miss Tuesday's Opening Night matchup with Tampa Bay due to a lingering lower-body issue, Josh Getzoff of PensTV reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson registered five goals and 11 helpers in 44 games for the Penguins last season. Despite his injury, the 27-year-old defenseman should still be capable of getting back over the 20-point mark, assuming he isn't sidelined for a significant length of time. Without Matheson available, Mark Friedman figures to jump into the lineup Tuesday while Marcus Petterson will fill in on the No. 2 power-play unit.

Matheson (lower body) returned to practice Saturday, Rob Rossi of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Matheson missed Friday's practice with a nagging lower-body injury, but he should be good to go for Tuesday's regular-season opener versus Tampa Bay. The 27-year-old defender picked up five goals and 16 points while averaging 18:38 of ice time through 44 games last campaign.