Patrick (upper body) remains week-to-week but he did skate Wednesday, Bill Meltzer of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Meltzer also confessed that he didn't see Patrick skate either of the last two days, but said he could have been on another rink or at an earlier time than he was present. His questionable status for Opening Night on Oct. 4 against the Blackhawks hasn't changed much in the past week, but his skating session Wednesday at least provides a positive piece of information.

Patrick (upper body) is considered week-to-week and could miss Opening Night against the Blackhawks on Oct. 4, Bill Meltzer of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's a rough start to the season for Patrick, who was already slated to drop into a third-line role following the summer signing of Kevin Hayes. After being drafted No.2 overall in 2017, expectations were high for the Winnipeg native, but he's only totaled 61 points in 145 games through his first two NHL campaigns. An extended absence to start the 2019-20 campaign won't improve the youngsters chances of cracking the 15-goal or 35-point thresholds in 2019-20.

Patrick has not been cleared to participate in on-ice practices due to an upper-body injury, Bill Meltzer of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

This news comes as a bit of a surprise, as Patrick had been skating regularly in the lead-up to training camp, but at this point there's no reason to believe he's dealing with anything serious. Another update on the 20-year-old pivot's status should surface once he's given the green light to return to practice.

Patrick finished with 13 goals and 31 points with 115 shots on net in 72 games this season.

EDGE Analysis

The 20-year-old's scoring numbers were nearly identical to his rookie season totals. In 2017-18, he scored 13 goals and 30 points with 127 shots on net. Patrick played one fewer game and averaged fewer shots per contest, but he still tallied 13 markers because of a 1.1 percent increase in his shooting percentage. Repeating his rookie season totals isn't necessarily a bad thing, but it does mean the former No. 1 overall pick didn't improve. Patrick also left something to be desired during the stretch run. He had only one point in the final nine games.

Patrick (undisclosed) will miss the season finale against the Hurricanes on Saturday, Adam Kimelman of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick's NHL development has been painstakingly slow, as the second overall pick from 2017 finishes his second year with 31 points -- just one more than his rookie campaign. Various injuries haven't paid Patrick any favors, but his lofty draft profile alone leaves hope that he could break out in his third year.

Patrick (undisclosed) will not play in Thursday's contest against the Blues, Bill Meltzer of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick was a game-time decision heading into the contest, but seemingly will not play. With Philadelphia out of playoff contention, the club likely doesn't want to rush the Manitoba native back to the ice too soon. The next and final opportunity for Patrick to play would be Saturday's matchup with the Hurricanes.

Patrick (undisclosed) is shaping up to be a game-time decision for Thursday's clash against the Blues, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

With the Flyers out of playoff contention, Patrick could be rested with only two games remaining in the regular season. The second-year pivot only has three points in the last 10 contests, and that includes eight appearances in which he was held off the scoresheet entirely. If you're depending on him Thursday, check back closer to warmups and ahead of the 8:00 p.m. ET puck drop.

Patrick has gone pointless in six straight games with a minus-3 rating during the dry spell.

EDGE Analysis

The 20-year-old last registered a point March 15 against the Maple Leafs. In that game, Patrick recorded two assists to tie his point total from last season. Patrick actually reached both his goal and point number from his rookie season in 10 fewer games, but with the dry spell, he's struck in the tie in both categories. He has 13 goals and 30 points with a minus-6 rating in 69 contests this season.

Patrick posted four shots on goal in a 2-1 overtime victory against the Penguins on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

It didn't result in a point on Sunday, but Patrick's play has really picked up since the middle of January. He has eight goals and 19 points with a plus-6 rating in the last 26 games. During that stretch, he's posted a 18.2 shooting percentage. That's rather high, but he's also averaging slightly more shots on goal too. Patrick has 13 goals and 30 points in 64 contests this season, which is the exact same totals he posted during his rookie campaign, but he reached those peaks in fewer games during 2018-19.

Patrick (concussion) will rejoin the lineup Saturday against the Islanders, Bill Meltzer of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick's return should shore up the Flyers' depth up front for Saturday's contest. The second-year forward is on his way to topping his rookie-season stats, owning 26 points -- 12 goals and 14 assists -- through 59 games this season. His current rate would put him on pace to top last season's output, though he would need to avoid missing too many more games down the stretch. He may find it difficult to add to that total Saturday against one of the Islanders' netminders, who both rank near the top of the league in GAA this season.