Thompson (lower body) was placed on injured reserve, per the NHL's official media site.

EDGE Analysis

The move is little more than a paper transaction, as it was done retroactively to Jan. 18 and it's been previously reported that Thompson is unlikely to return to the lineup before the All-Star break. Unless things change in the coming days, it's safe to assume that the 590-game veteran will sit until at least Jan. 30.

Thompson (lower body) is unlikely to be available prior to the NHL All-Star break, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson did attempt to return to action against the Blues on Thursday, but exited the game early after logging just 7:43 of ice time and accruing a minus-1 rating. It seems the team will take a more cautious approach moving forward and will sit the center for the next three games. The Alaska native's next shot to suit up with be Jan. 30 versus Carolina.

Thompson (lower body) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Maple Leafs, TSN 1200 reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson departed Thursday's game against the Blues due to the lower-body ailment, leaving the team shorthanded up front heading into Saturday's affair. More information could surface in the coming days to provide a timetable for his return, but he should be considered day-to-day until then. Given the lack of forwards available for Saturday, it wouldn't be surprising if the Senators reach into the AHL ranks for additional depth.Thompson's next opportunity to return arrives Monday against the Wild.

Thompson (lower body) will not return against St. Louis on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

This could be unfortunate news for Thompson, who was just activated off the injured reserve for Thursday's contest. With just 11 points in 39 games on the year, this won't affect many fantasy teams, but Ottawa's dealing with several injuries to its skaters.

Thompson (lower body) is ready to return for Thursday's home clash with the Blues.

EDGE Analysis

One of Ottawa's more dependable penalty killers, Thompson should be ready to reprise his role on the bottom six. However, fantasy owners probably won't flinch at this news since the Alaska-born pivot has eclipsed the 25-point mark just once in his 10-year career.

Thompson (lower body) is on injured reserve, per the NHL's official media site.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson isn't expected to return to action until after the Senators' upcoming break, so this move was nothing but a formality. The veteran pivot's next chance to suit up will come Jan. 18 against the Blues.

Thompson (lower body) will not play in Saturday's game against the Lightning, Brent Wallace of TSN Ottawa reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson suffered the lower-body injury during Friday's game against the Sharks, so it shouldn't be very surprising that he's unable to make the quick turnaround for Saturday's tilt. His next opportunity to rejoin the action arrives Tuesday against the Blackhawks, while Colin White was recalled from AHL Belleville, presumably to replace him in the lineup.

Thompson suffered a lower-body injury during Friday's game against the Sharks and will not return.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson logged just 1:09 of ice time before exiting the contest, failing to make an impact in the box score before his departure. The Senators will play the rest of the night a man down up front and could be forced to reach into the AHL ranks if he's unable to make the quick turnaround for Saturday's game against the Lightning.

Thompson scored a goal on his only shot in Saturday's win against the Canadiens. He also added three hits in his 13:20 of ice time.

EDGE Analysis

The veteran rarely finds himself on the score sheet, but he's no stranger to recording hits and blocks. Over his last five games, he has nine hits and eight blocks. Limited ice time hinders his fantasy value in standard leagues, but Thompson has shown he can contribute by doing the dirty work.

Thompson tallied an assist during Saturday's 4-3 triumph over the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

The apple gives him three goals and six points in 16 games which is exceedingly higher than his career average -- but then again, so is his current 25 percent shooting rate. The sixth-round pick of the Boston Bruins in the 2003 NHL Entry Draft is trusted by head coach Guy Boucher so he's likely to get regular ice time, but there just isn't enough opportunity to give him much fantasy value outside of the deepest of leagues even with such a hot start.