Flyers general manager Chuck Fletcher said Monday that Patrick (head) is "trending in the right direction" while he recovers from a migraine disorder, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

While it's good to hear that Patrick is progressing, Fletcher didn't offer many specifics regarding what exactly the 21-year-old has been able to do since the Flyers went their separate ways in mid-March when the NHL suspended its season. Prior to the hiatus, Patrick had been limited to skating on his own and had yet to be cleared for contact, so that's likely the main hurdle he'll have to pass before the Flyers assess his availability for game action. Fletcher was non-committal about Patrick being able to play once the season resumes.

Patrick (head) will be sent down to AHL Lehigh Valley before he will play in a game for the Flyers, Charlie O'Connor of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Flyers have just 23 games remaining on the schedule in which Patrick could return to action. Until the center gets reassigned to the minors on a conditioning assignment, fantasy owners should continue to consider him out indefinitely.

General manager Chuck Fletcher said he expects Patrick (head) to play at some point this season, NHL.com reports. "He's been skating harder. Skated again [Tuesday]," Fletcher said. "Getting his heart rate up higher. I think he's feeling a bit better."

EDGE Analysis

The 21-year-old Patrick hasn't played all season due to a migraine disorder. Fletcher relayed that Patrick is working hard on his conditioning, so the team hopes he can elevate to the next level -- participating in practice -- soon. It appears there are still a few hurdles to get over, so Patrick could still be a month or two from a return.

Patrick (head) is slated to participate in the Flyers' morning skate Tuesday, Bill Meltzer of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

While it's a good sign that Patrick continues to work out on the ice, it's unclear when he'll be ready to take contact in practice. The 21-year-old has been sidelined all season as a result of a migraine disorder.

Patrick (head) skated prior to the Flyers' practice Monday, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick has yet to play this season while he deals with migraine issues. The 21-year-old has yet to practice with the team so he's likely not close to returning.

Patrick (head) was designated for long-term injured reserve Friday.

EDGE Analysis

The move doesn't alter Patrick's expected recovery timeline, but does give the Flyers some cap flexibility with the center sidelined. At this point, the Winnipeg native should probably be classified as week-to-week, especially considering he has yet to rejoin his teammates on the ice.

Patrick (head) joined the team for the end of Monday's morning skate and wore a non-contact jersey, Adam Kimelman of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick also sported a tinted visor as he recovers from a migraine disorder. It's a good sign that he's back on the ice, but Patrick will need to shed the non-contact sweater before he gets back into a game. Although Patrick only had 61 points over his first two years in the league, the Flyers could use a spark after posting just seven goals over the last four games.

According to general manager Chuck Fletcher, Patrick (head) is still considered week-to-week, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick is dealing with a migraine disorder, and at this point there's no telling when he might be ready to start practicing. The 21-year-old forward should be considered out indefinitely until he's able to resume on-ice activities with his teammates.

Patrick is dealing with a migraine disorder that will sideline him for the Flyers' trip to the Czech Republic to play against Chicago on Oct. 4 and is considered week-to-week.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick was already facing a reduced role this season as the third-line center, but this injury could keep him on the shelf long term. In the youngster's absence, both Morgan Frost (groin) and Scott Laughton could be in line for an uptick in minutes and a spot on the 23-man roster for Opening Night.

Patrick (upper body) could miss the Flyers' Opening Night clash with Chicago on Oct. 4, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

The team is expected to give an update on Patrick's injury soon, but it certainly sounds like he won't be playing in the first couple of games. The center has failed to live up to expectations after being taken No. 2 overall in the 2017 NHL Draft, as he has managed just 61 points in two combined seasons. The addition of Kevin Hayes in the offseason will only serve to relegate Patrick to a bottom-six role and makes him a mid-range fantasy option at best.