Pionk netted a goal, placed two shots on target, recorded two blocks and dished out three hits in Monday's 3-2 overtime loss to Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk tallied a goal in the second period to level the score at one apiece. The goal was his first since his return to the lineup from a lower-body injury. With Monday's twine finder, the 30-year-old blueliner is up to two goals, six points, 58 shots on net, 59 hits and 46 blocks through 28 games this season. While he's experiencing a down year offensively, Pionk has maintained value in fantasy through covering major stat categories. Even on nights when he doesn't find the scoresheet, he can manage to scrape together solid performances through his work on the other side of the blue line.

Pionk (lower body) is expected to draw into the lineup Wednesday in Montreal.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk missed Winnipeg's past four games. He has a goal, five points, 42 hits and 36 blocks in 21 appearances in 2025-26. Pionk is projected to serve on the second pairing alongside Dylan Samberg. Luke Schenn is set to be a healthy scratch after playing in the Jets' last two games.

Pionk (lower body) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Buffalo, Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk continues to deal with a lower-body injury and will be unavailable for a fourth consecutive game Monday. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but his next opportunity to do so will be Wednesday in Montreal.

Pionk (lower body) won't play Saturday in Nashville, per Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk is set to miss his third consecutive game. He has a goal, five points, 42 hits and 36 blocks in 21 appearances in 2025-26. His next opportunity to return will come Monday in Buffalo.

Pionk (lower body) will miss Friday's game against Carolina, per Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk was also unavailable for Wednesday's 4-3 loss to Washington because of the injury. He has a goal, five points, 10 PIM, 42 hits and 36 blocks in 21 appearances in 2025-26. Elias Salomonsson is set to play in his second straight game due to Pionk's absence.

Pionk (lower body) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Capitals, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk skated for a second consecutive day during Wednesday's morning skate, but he'll be forced to miss at least one game due to his lower-body injury. He's considered day-to-day, and his next opportunity to suit up will be Friday in Carolina.

Pionk (lower body) will join the team for its five-game road trip, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk didn't participate in line rushes Tuesday, so he may not be ready for the first game of the trip versus the Capitals on Wednesday. Still, the blueliner hasn't been officially ruled out. In his last five outings, the Nebraska native has generated one goal on 10 shots and two assists, including one power-play point.

Head coach Scott Arniel conveyed Sunday that Pionk (lower body) is "day-to-day for now," according to Mike McIntyre of the Winnipeg Free Press.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk is set to be evaluated by the team's medical staff Monday. Should he miss any time, Luke Schenn and Colin Miller will fill bottom-four roles on the right side. The Jets will kick off a five-game road trip Wednesday against the Capitals.

Pionk (lower body) won't return to Sunday's game against Minnesota.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk logged only 2:05 of ice time before exiting Sunday's matchup. He entered the contest with one goal, four assists, 43 shots on net, 36 blocked shots and 41 hits in 20 appearances. If Pionk misses time, Luke Schenn will probably return to the lineup.

Pionk scored a power-play goal in Tuesday's 5-2 win over the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Pionk found the back of the net for the first time this season with a slap shot late in the second frame. The 30-year-old veteran has five points this season, so he's not much of an asset from a fantasy perspective. That said, he could provide some upside in leagues that reward physical stats, as he's averaging 1.8 hits and 1.8 blocked shots per game.