Patrick (concussion) practiced Friday for the second consecutive day, though it's unclear at this point when the Flyers will decide on his status for Saturday's game against the Islanders, Dave Isaac of the Courier Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Isaac suspects that Patrick will continue to go through concussion protocol when the latest practice session concludes. However, we see it as encouraging sign that 2017's second overall draft pick has been on the practice rink in back-to-back days.

Patrick (concussion) will need to pass the league's protocol before he is cleared to play against the Islanders on Saturday, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick was able to join the team on the ice for Thursday's practice session and appears to be trending in the right direction. If he is given the green light ahead of Saturday's matchup, the youngster figures to slot into a top-six role. The center needs just four more points to match his rookie campaign (30) and has 15 more games to do so.

Patrick (upper body) is not on the ice for warmups, indicating he won't play Wednesday against the Capitals, Adam Kimelman of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick lasted just 1:36 of ice time in Sunday's game against the Islanders prior to his upper-body injury. Rather than recall a forward from the AHL ranks, the Flyers will roll with 11 forwards and seven defensemen Wednesday against the Capitals, which could suggest Patrick is nearing a return to action. His next opportunity arrives Saturday against the Islanders.

The Flyers will wait until after Wednesday's practice to determine whether Patrick (upper body) will play in the evening's home game against the Capitals, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

In the meantime, we'll be keeping a close eye on the Flyers' transactions to see if there's ultimately an AHL call-up made to compensate for a potential Patrick absence. The second-year center has been quite streaky this season, notching 12 goals and 14 assists over 59 games, and a meager two-point total on the man advantage has made him a major bust relative to his status as the second overall pick from the 2017 draft.

Patrick (upper body) might be an option against Washington on Wednesday, as general manager Chuck Fletcher told reporters, "(He) is a possibility for tomorrow's games. He is on the ice today skating and will be re-evaluated tomorrow."

EDGE Analysis

Patrick took a puck up high versus the Isles on Sunday and was forced to leave the game after just 1:36 of ice time. The center is bogged down in an eight-game goal drought, but has managed to tally three helpers over that stretch. If the Winnipeg native is unable to suit up Wednesday, the club will likely need to promote a player from the minors.

Patrick (laceration) left Sunday's game against the Islanders, Bill Meltzer of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Patrick logged just 1:36 of ice time Sunday before exiting the game. Fortunately, Philadelphia has a few days off before hosting Washington on Wednesday. It's unclear how serious the injury is or what his status is for Wednesday's game.

Patrick has seven goals and 15 points, along with a plus-4 rating, in the last 20 games.

EDGE Analysis

He also has three assists in the last four contests. With how well he's played over the last six weeks, Patrick is closing in on his offensive totals from his rookie season. He has 12 goals and 26 points in 58 games. If he can post two more goals and five additional points during the final five weeks of the season, he will improve upon 2017-18.

Patrick scored twice in Saturday's 5-2 win over the Canadiens.

EDGE Analysis

He's put up four goals and two assists in three games. Patrick has really struggled offensively this season, but his recent few games show a measure of dominance that made him the Flyers' second overall pick in 2017. Patrick is just 20, so he will be inconsistent. But he could come roaring out of the All-Star break.

Patrick (upper body) will return to action Saturday against the Flames, John Boruk of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's been a rough start to an NHL career for Patrick, as the second overall pick from the 2017 draft has just 41 points (18 goals, 23 assists) through 106 NHL games. To be fair, he's been buoyed by injuries on several occasions. Look for Patrick to reprise his role on the second line, centering Oskar Lindblom and Jakub Voracek.

When speaking to reporters Friday, coach Scott Gordon didn't rule out the possibility of Patrick (upper body) returning to action Saturday against Calgary, Sam Carchidi of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

EDGE Analysis

On Thursday the Flyers' released a report stating they hoped to have Patrick back sometime next week, but it appears as though the 20-year-old pivot may be further along in his recovery than originally expected. Another update on his status should surface prior to puck drop Saturday afternoon.