Gudas posted an assist, two shots on goal and five hits in Friday's 8-3 loss to the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Gudas set up Ryan Poehling's first-period tally. This ended a five-game slump for Gudas, who has four helpers, 35 hits, 12 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating over 10 contests in December. For the season, the veteran defenseman is at seven points, 34 shots on net, 84 hits, 40 blocked shots and a minus-3 rating over 24 appearances.

Gudas scored a goal on two shots, added five PIM, doled out five hits and went plus-3 in Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Bruins.

EDGE Analysis

This was Gudas' second game back in the lineup since he recovered from a lower-body injury. The 35-year-old defenseman got his first goal of the year, putting the Ducks ahead 2-0 early in the first period. He's at three points, 11 shots on net, 32 hits, 15 blocked shots, seven PIM and a minus-2 rating over nine appearances. Expect Gudas to be steady in the physical categories, though he could struggle to produce offense regularly even with the Ducks' improved scoring numbers this year.

Gudas (lower body) was activated from injured reserve but won't suit up Saturday versus the Wild, per Alexis Downie of Ducks Stream.

EDGE Analysis

Gudas must be healthy enough to play to be activated, but the Ducks will give Ian Moore at least one more chance in the lineup. Once he checks back in, Gudas is likely to occupy a bottom-four role.

Gudas (lower body) has been placed on IR by the Ducks, according to the NHL Media Site.

EDGE Analysis

Gudas has missed the last seven games for the Ducks with a lower-body injury, but he has just recently been placed on IR. The 35-year-old can come off at any time, but his return doesn't feel imminent. In the seven games he has appeared in, Gudas has two assists and is a minus-5 while averaging 15:35 of ice time per game.

Gudas (lower body) remains day-to-day, but he hasn't resumed practicing with the Ducks, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Gudas hasn't been in the lineup since Oct. 23, and if he isn't practicing yet, then his return presumably isn't imminent. He has two assists, 23 hits and 12 blocks in seven appearances this season. When Gudas is ready to return, he will likely serve on the third pairing, which might push Ian Moore out of the lineup.

Gudas (lower body) won't play Tuesday versus the Panthers, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

This will be Gudas' fifth straight absence. It's unclear if he'll be available for the Ducks' upcoming two-game road trip with stops in Dallas on Thursday and Vegas on Saturday. Ian Moore remains in the lineup on the third pairing while Gudas recovers.

Gudas (lower body) won't play Sunday versus New Jersey, according to Derek Lee of The Hockey News.

EDGE Analysis

Gudas will remain sidelined for a fourth consecutive game due to his lower-body injury. It's unclear if he's close to returning to the lineup, but his next chance to suit up will be at home Tuesday against the Panthers.

Gudas (lower body) is not expected to play Friday versus the Red Wings, Derek Lee of The Hockey News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Gudas will miss a third consecutive game due to the injury. There's been no timeline established for his return yet. With Gudas still out of action, Ian Moore remains in the lineup in a bottom-pairing role.

Gudas (lower body) is not expected to be available for Tuesday's road matchup versus the Panthers, according to Derek Lee of The Hockey News.

EDGE Analysis

Gudas will likely miss his second game of the season after sitting out Saturday's loss to the Lightning. Ian Moore will remain in a third-pairing role until Gudas is ready to return to the lineup. The 35-year-old's next chance to draw into the lineup will be Friday against Detroit.

Gudas (lower body) won't be in the lineup against Tampa Bay on Saturday, according to Derek Lee of The Hockey News.

EDGE Analysis

Gudas has two assists, two PIM, eight shots, 23 hits and 12 blocks in seven outings this season. He left Thursday's 7-5 win over Boston because of the injury. Ian Moore will draw into the lineup Saturday due to Gudas' absence.