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.

Dorofeyev sustained an upper-body injury versus the Rangers on Friday, Chris Chapman of Fox Sports Las Vegas reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev logged four shots on goal in 11:15 of ice time Friday. His status for Saturday's game versus the Red Wings is up in the air, but Michael Amadio (upper body) is expected to be activated from injured reserve prior to that contest.

Dorofeyev scored a goal in Monday's 6-5 overtime road loss against the Devils.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev opened the scoring just 6:12 into the game with helpers to Chandler Stephenson and captain Mark Stone, but the lead was short-lived. The 23-year-old left winger finished with a plus-1 rating, two shots on goal, a blocked shot and a minor penalty in his 12:30 of ice time across 19 shifts. He has found the back of the net in consecutive games, and Dorofeyev is up to six points (four goals, two assists) with a plus-5 rating in nine January outings. His four markers are the most of any month this season.

Dorofeyev scored a goal on four shots in Saturday's 3-2 win over the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev has played in eight straight games, earning three goals and two assists in that span. The 23-year-old winger's spot in the lineup is safe with the Golden Knights navigating a rough patch for injuries. Dorofeyev has 13 points, 55 shots on net and a plus-5 rating over 26 outings, playing fairly well despite limited opportunities early on in the campaign.

Dorofeyev recorded a pair of assists in Monday's 4-1 victory over the Predators.

EDGE Analysis

Dorofeyev set up Mark Stone's first two goals in Monday's contest, picking up the primary helper on his opening-period tally and another in the second to extend Vegas' lead to 2-0. It's just the second multi-point game of the season for the 23-year-old Dorofeyev, who'd gone scoreless in his previous three appearances. Overall, he's up to five goals and 12 points through 24 outings while primarily playing a top-six role this season.