Callahan had two assists during Tuesday's 6-5 shootout win over Detroit.

EDGE Analysis

Callahan lent a helping hand en route to Tampa Bay's overtime win, logging over 14 minutes of ice time. It was the first multi-point game of the year for the winger, as the two assists doubled his season total. Known more for his leadership and workmanlike play, Callahan is a better real life player than fantasy option at this point in his career.

Callahan opened the scoring Saturday against the Wild. The Lightning lost 5-4 in overtime.

EDGE Analysis

His ice time was limited to just 10:40, but he laid three hits. This was just Callahan's second game back after shoulder surgery. He will continue to be eased into action, but pick him up if you need abrasive points, including hits.

Callahan managed one shot on goal and three hits in his return from a shoulder injury against the Red Wings on Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Callahan logged just 11:03 of ice time, which could be coach John Cooper's attempt to limited his minutes right out the gate. The winger will likely continue to fill a bottom-six role, which likely -- along with age -- will prevent him from getting back to being a 50-plus point player.

Callahan (shoulder) told reporters he was good to go for Thursday's matchup with Detroit.

EDGE Analysis

While coach Jon Cooper wouldn't go quite so far as to declare Callahan in the lineup, per Bryan Burns of the Lightning's official site and the winger still needs to be activated off injured reserve, it seems he will be making his season debut Thursday. Callahan figures to bump Adam Erne or J.T. Miller from the lineup.

Callahan (shoulder) is ahead of schedule in his recovery and could return to the lineup as soon as Saturday against Minnesota, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Callahan was originally expected to be sidelined until November after undergoing offseason shoulder surgery, but his rehab has evidently progressed far faster than expected. Once healthy, the veteran winger will return to his usual checking-line role.

Callahan (shoulder) continues to wear a full-contact jersey at practice, but remains focused on a November return, reports the Tampa Times.

EDGE Analysis

Callahan has struggled with injuries a lot of his career, so taking the extra time to truly test and be 100 percent is critical for the veteran winger. The Bolts are focused on the end game -- Lord Stanley. So they can afford to be patient with Callahan, who will play an important, checking-line role for them as they build toward June.

Callahan (shoulder) donned a normal jersey at Saturday's morning skate, ahead of the home opener versus the Panthers, Bryan Burns of the Lightning's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Unlike teammate Tyler Johnson (upper body) -- who also was present for the a.m. session -- Callahan certainly won't be ready to play in the opener. However, he has been cleared for contact and remains on schedule to return at some point in November. Callahan produced five goals and13 assists against a minus-4 rating through 67 games last season.

Callahan (shoulder) has been cleared for contract and remains on track for a November return, Bryan Burns of the Lightning's official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Callahan's ability to take contact in practice is a big step, but fantasy owners will want to temper expectations as he is still a month away from suiting up. Once given the green light to play, the winger figures to slot right into a top-six role and could see time on the power play as well.

Callahan (shoulder) is starting the season on non-roster injured reserve, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Considering Callahan won't be in action until November, it shouldn't come as a surprise to see the team designated him for IR. With the Rochester, New York native sidelined, Yanni Gourde figures to get a look at a top-six role with the club.

Callahan (shoulder) remains on schedule to return to the Lightning in November, Joe Smith of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Callahan only recently resumed shooting, per Bryan Burns of the Lightning's official site, which will certainly test out the winger's surgically repaired shoulder. Once given the all-clear, the New York native should slot into a third or fourth line role and challenge for the 30-point threshold.