Howden secured a contract with Dinamo-Minsk of the KHL on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Howden saw action in a mere five contests with Winnipeg last season -- instead spending the bulk of the campaign with AHL Manitoba. While in the minors, the center tallied 13 goals and 11 helpers in 58 appearances. Selected in the first round of the 2010 NHL Draft, the 25-year-old has failed to live up to expectations, but could get another shot in the league if he can put together a solid year in the KHL.

Howden wasn't extended a qualifying offer by the Jets and will become an unrestricted free agent.

EDGE Analysis

After playing in 58 games for the Panthers during the 2015 campaign, Howden went on to play in just five games for the Jets this past season, which wasn't enough time for him to earn another contract. Despite failing to receive a qualifying offer, he can negotiate with the Jets on a new contract over the next few days before free agency opens on Jul. 1, but it seems more likely he'll end up elsewhere once all is said and done.

Howden was returned to AHL Manitoba on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Howden had been up with the parent club due to injuries to Mathieu Perrault (lower body) and Drew Stafford (upper body), but the latter has been activated from injured reserve and presumably is ready to play in Wednesday's game against the Wild. Howden is a depth winger, as his playing time currently depends on the health of others.

Howden was called up from the minors Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Howden was afforded a spot with the big club in the wake of news that Mathieu Perrault (lower body) is on injured reserved. The former brings size to the lineup at 6-foot-2 and 189 pounds, and he could prove to be an adequate stop-gap option for the Jets during shorthanded situations.

Howden signed a one-year, two-way contract with the Jets on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Howden appeared in 58 games with the Panthers last season, tallying 11 points (six goals, five assists) while averaging just 10:22 of ice time in a limited role. The 24-year-old winger should get an opportunity to compete for an Opening Night roster spot with Winnipeg in training camp, but may begin the 2016-17 campaign in the minors with the Jets' AHL affiliate.

Howden (upper body) is back in the lineup Sunday against the Wild, Harvey Fialkov of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

It appears as though Howden will skate on the team's top line alongside Alexsander Barkov and Jaromir Jagr in his return, giving the club some added depth until Teddy Purcell and Jiri Hudler join the team. While he may receive a bump in ice time Sunday, it will likely only be temporary.

Howden (upper body) will miss at least another week general manager Dale Tallon told reporters Wednesday, Harvey Fialkov of the Sun Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

This effectively rules Howden out for the next three contests on top of the three he's already missed. This news likely has little impact on your daily lineups, as the winger has tallied a paltry 11 points in 48 outings, however the Panthers will hope to get the 2010 first-round pick back as soon as possible.

Howden (upper body) is out again for Thursday's game against the Sharks.

EDGE Analysis

Down multiple forwards, Howden's absence again Thursday will result in Greg McKegg drawing into the lineup as the fourth line center. His next chance to play comes Saturday against the Jets, but the 24-year-old blueliner doesn't provide a ton of fantasy upside even when healthy.

Howden (upper body) didn't participate in the Panthers' morning skate Monday, and appears on track to miss the evening's contest against the Maple Leafs, Craig Davis of the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Gerard Gallant indicated that the youngster shouldn't miss too much time because of the issue, but the fact that he didn't skate Monday combined with the statement all but explicitly ruled out Howden on Monday. Assuming that's the case, Greg McKegg will likely draw into the lineup in his place, making his season debut for the Panthers.

Howden will not return to Saturday's game due to an upper body injury.

EDGE Analysis

Howden was shaken up on a check during Saturday's game against Nashville and will not be able to return to action. If he is ruled out for Monday's game against the Penguins, the Panthers will need to adjust their third line. Garrett Wilson would be the likeliest candidate to take his spot at left wing.