Dorofeyev is dealing with an undisclosed injury that will keep him out of the lineup versus Tampa Bay on Tuesday, Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Review-Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev is just four games back from a long-term upper-body injury that previously cost him 14 contests. Since his return, the 23-year-old winger notched two goals, six shots and one hit while averaging 12:06 of ice time. Without Dorofeyev in the lineup, Paul Cotter figures to suit up against the Bolts.

Dorofeyev scored a goal on two shots in Tuesday's 5-4 overtime win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev has scored in each of his two games since he returned from an upper-body injury. The 23-year-old winger scored with a quick shot off a faceoff in the second period in this contest. Through 31 appearances, he's up to 16 points, 67 shots on net and a plus-7 rating. Dorofeyev is currently out of the power-play mix, but he's still seeing middle-six minutes in a strong offense.

Dorofeyev scored a goal on two shots and added two PIM in Saturday's 5-3 win over the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev missed 14 games with an upper-body injury. He returned to his second-line role and made an immediate impact with a goal 9:08 into the contest. The 23-year-old winger is up to a career-high eight tallies with seven assists, 65 shots on net and a plus-6 rating through 30 appearances this season. If he can stay in the top six, he may be of interest to fantasy managers in deeper formats.

Dorofeyev (upper body) was activated from injured reserve Friday, per CapFriendly.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev has missed the last 14 games and hasn't dressed since Jan. 26. The 23-year-old has seven goals and 14 points through 29 games this season. He'll likely return to action Saturday against Detroit.

Dorofeyev (upper body) practiced Wednesday in a non-contact jersey.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev's return isn't imminent, but it's the first time he's practiced since going on injured reserve Feb. 12. The 23-year-old could be an option in the near future depending on how his practice sessions go. Dorofeyev saw top-six usage at times prior to his injury, but if the Golden Knights bolster their forward group ahead of Friday's trade deadline, he could see less ice time upon his return.

Although Dorofeyev (upper body) is skating, he isn't close to being ready to practice, coach Bruce Cassidy told Danny Webster of the Las Vegas Sun on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev has already missed four games because of the injury. He has seven goals and 14 points in 29 contests in 2023-24. When Dorofeyev is ready to return, he'll likely serve in a bottom-six capacity.

Dorofeyev (upper body) was put on injured reserve Monday, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev is poised to miss his fourth straight contest Monday versus Minnesota. He has generated seven goals and seven assists in 29 NHL appearances this campaign.

Dorofeyev (upper body) won't play Thursday versus Arizona, Ryan Wallis of Fox Sports Las Vegas reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev has seven goals and 14 points in 29 appearances this season. This will be his third straight game on the shelf. When Dorofeyev is ready to return, he'll likely serve in a middle-six capacity and see time on the second power-play unit. In the meantime, Brendan Brisson will remain in the lineup for a second straight contest.

Dorofeyev (upper body) will skate Monday but will not be available Tuesday against the Oilers, Jesse Granger of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev missed the last game before the All-Star break and seems to be nearing a return. The 23-year-old has 14 points in 29 games this season. Vegas may make another move prior to Tuesday's matchup.

Dorofeyev (upper body) will miss Saturday's game against Detroit, per Ryan Wallis of Fox Sports Las Vegas.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev suffered the injury during Friday's 5-2 win over the Rangers. He has seven goals and 14 points across 29 outings in 2023-24. Dorofeyev will be replaced in the lineup by Michael Amadio (upper body), who is expected to return to action versus the Red Wings.