Eaves (lower body) won't be in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Blue Jackets, Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Luckily for the Stars, Ales Hemsky (groin) will make his season debut Saturday against Columbus, and will immediately be thrust into a top-six role in Eaves' absence. Eaves is still considered day-to-day with a lower-body injury, indicating he could be available for Dallas' next game Tuesday against Winnipeg. The Stars should provide an update on his status ahead of that contest.

Eaves's status for Saturday's matchup with Columbus is up in the air due to a lower body injury.

EDGE Analysis

Eaves absence would be a huge blow to the already hobbled Stars. Fortunately it appears they will get Ales Hemsky (groin) back who will probably slot into Eaves spot on the top unit if he is unable to go. Eaves notched four assists in the first two games of the year, but has been relatively quiet since. Look for an update prior to puck drop Saturday.

Eaves left Thursday's game against the Kings due to a lower-body injury.

EDGE Analysis

More information should be available after the medical team gets a look at the winger, so this will be a situation to monitor.

Eaves collected a pair of helpers in Saturday's loss to Colorado.

EDGE Analysis

Eaves is currently skating on the top line with Jamie Benn and Tyler Seguin, which does wonders for his fantasy value. He only scored 11 goals last season, but the former Red Wing is a decent goal scorer and could be worth a look if he sticks on the first line and top power-play unit alongside that dynamic duo.

Eaves signed a one-year, $1 million contract with the Stars on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Eaves was decent in a limited role with Dallas last season, notching 17 points (11 goals, six assists) while averaging 12:58 of ice time over 54 games. The 32-year-old winger will likely slot into a bottom-six role with the Stars in 2016-17, and won't be worth owning in most fantasy leagues.

Eaves scored the Stars' lone goal as they fell 6-1 at home to the Blues in Game 7 on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Eaves' tally was largely meaningless, as it came with the Stars trailing 5-0 in the third period. The veteran finished with three goals and three assists this postseason despite being held to just nine appearances due to a lower-body injury.

Eaves (lower body) is on the ice for Game 6's pregame warmups against the Blues and is expected to play, Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Eaves has missed the past four games with a lower-body injury but returns at a pivotal time with Dallas facing elimination. The 32-year-old compiled five points during the Round 1 victory over Minnesota, so he'll garner the attention of St. Louis' defenders, regardless of if he's operating at 100 percent or not.

Eaves (lower body) could return for a crucial Game 6 against the Blues on Monday, Lou Korac of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

With Dallas facing elimination, the return of Eaves could be the boost the team needs to start putting goals in on Brian Elliott. The winger tallied five points in six contest during the opening round against Minnesota. That type of production will be needed by the Stars and fantasy owners a like heading into Monday's two-game slate. If he suits up, the 32-year-old is worth a look for daily lineups despite missing the last four contests.

Eaves (lower body) isn't on the ice for pregame warmups, indicating he won't be in the lineup for Saturday's Game 5 against the Blues, New York Daily News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Eaves returned to practice with his teammates Friday, but still isn't quite ready to return to game action. The Stars will hope to get the 32-year-old winger back in the lineup as soon as possible, as he was highly productive in Dallas' first-round matchup with Minnesota, notching five points (two goals, three assists) over six games. Those keeping tabs on Eaves' availability can expect an update on his status ahead of Monday's Game 6 against St. Louis.

Eaves (lower body) was deemed a "question mark" by head coach Lindy Ruff in regards to Saturday's Game 5 against St. Louis.

EDGE Analysis

Despite this news, Eaves took part in Friday's practice, skating on the second line alongside Jason Spezza and Valeri Nichushkin. Obviously Eaves's chances of playing in Game 5 don't look great, but it's worth checking back prior to Saturday's puck drop to see if he's good to go or not.