Thompson (lower body) remains out of the lineup Wednesday against the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson didn't play in Monday's contest because of the lower-body ailment, and it will hold him out again Wednesday. Even when healthy, the 31-year-old center owns just three points (all assists) through 39 contests this season, so his absence shouldn't leave a void on many fantasy lineups. Thompson's next chance to return comes Friday against the Bruins, but expect an update when he's fit to play.

Thompson (lower body) will not play in Monday's game against the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson has just three points through 39 games this season, so his presence won't be missed much from a fantasy standpoint. The 31-year-old center can be considered day-to-day for now. His next chance to return will come Wednesday when Anaheim hosts the Rangers.

Thompson had three hits and four blocked shots in Tuesday's 4-1 victory over the Flyers.

EDGE Analysis

While Thompson only has three points on the season, he's now up to 46 hits and 21 blocked shots in 24 outings this season. The fourth-line center will continue to log consistent minutes throughout the season and be a bruiser out on the ice.

Thompson has served his three-game suspension for an illegal hit to the head of Carolina's Justin Faulk, and is eligible to return to action Tuesday against the Rangers, Eric Stephens of the Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson made his season debut on Dec. 2 after missing the Ducks' first 25 games while recovering from offseason shoulder surgery. The 31-year-old grinder suited up for just four games before his illegal hit to Faulk's head, tallying two assists and three shots on goal in those contests. Assuming he's not in head coach Bruce Boudreau's doghouse, Thompson will return to a bottom-six role Tuesday against the Rangers.

Thompson has been suspended three games for an illegal hit to the head, Stephen Whyno of the Canadian Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson was tossed in the first period of Friday's contest against the Hurricanes after the elbow to the head of Justin Faulk, and he'll now miss the next three games barring an appeal. The 31-year-old is slated to be eligible to return for next Tuesday's tilt against the Rangers.

Thompson (shoulder) will play in Wednesday's game against the Lightning, Curtis Zupke of the LA Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson is set for his season debut Wednesday after recovering from offseason shoulder surgery. He will slot in on the Ducks' fourth line with Mike Santorelli and Chris Stewart.

Thompson will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's tilt against the Lightning, NHL.com's Abbey Mastracco reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson was reportedly "grinning from ear-to-ear" when telling reporters he was a game-time decision Wednesday, indicating he might be closer to probable than questionable. If he's able to go, Wednesday would represent the 31-year-old grinder's season debut, as Thompson has been out since undergoing shoulder surgery to repair two labral tears in June. Thompson will likely slot in as a bottom-six forward upon his return to game action.

Thompson (shoulder) appears to be nearing a return to the lineup, the Orange County Register reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson indicated that he's ready "any day now" and that his shoulder "felt fine," but will be at the mercy of coach Bruce Boudreau as to when he'll rejoin the lineup. While it doesn't seem likely he will be in the lineup Monday, a return Wednesday doesn't seem out of the question. An update should be provided prior to his return.

Thompson (shoulder) was able to take contact Monday but isn't ready to return to game action, Curtis Zupke of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson has yet to play this season after undergoing shoulder surgery in June, but it appears that he's getting closer to a return. There's still no exact timetable though, and the forward will likely need to be a full participant in several practices before being deemed game-ready.

Thompson (shoulder) is a week or two away from taking contact, Curtis Zupke of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson has been sidelined since undergo shoulder surgery in June, but he was recently able to take part in the team's pregame skate. He'll still need some time to get eased back into game action once he's able to return as a full participant in practice, but his timetable should become a bit more clear at that point.