O'Reilly assisted on Sam Reinhart's power-play goal in the second period in Tuesday's 4-3 shootout loss to Florida.

EDGE Analysis

O'Reilly was on a two-game slide prior to the game against Florida, failing to register a single point and finishing with just five shots in total despite skating more than 20 minutes per game. With 18 points in 25 games, O'Reilly is on pace to finish with yet another 50-point season, but that'd be a drop from the 60 points he scored last year. However, he remains the team's most consistent player, averaging 21:43 of ice time and 3:16 on the power play, nearly identical numbers to last year. With his multi-position eligibility in most leagues, O'Reilly is a highly valuable fantasy player who's worth starting on most nights. He also has a favorable match Thursday against Carolina.

O'Reilly assisted on Evander Kane's game-tying goal with 29 seconds left and Rasmus Ristolainen's power-play game-winner in overtime Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

He's been a bit inconsistent over the last month or so, missing the scoresheet seven times in his last 11 outings; O'Reilly's also missed six games to injury in that time. Nonetheless, he owns 15 points in 20 games, a respectable scoring pace, and things seem to only be trending up for the Buffalo offense with Jack Eichel back in the fold.

O'Reilly scored twice -- one power-play tally -- on four shots and tacked on an assist during Tuesday's 5-4 victory against Ottawa.

EDGE Analysis

Coming into Tuesday, the Sabres have scored just 1.81 goals per game, last in the league. However, the team welcomed back Jack Eichel, immediately boosting their offensive prowess. The 25-year-old hadn't reached the box score after missing five games with an oblique injury (two appearances), but the third contest was a charm. The center will look to repeat this performance and then some if he's aiming to challenge last year's 60-point campaign.

O'Reilly (oblique) announced that he'll return to the lineup Wednesday night against the Red Wings, Mike Harrington of The Buffalo News reports.

EDGE Analysis

O'Reilly is on track to return after missing missing the past five games. Look for the prolific scoring forward to reprise his role on the top line with Matt Moulson and Kyle Okposo at his sides. He'll also see time on the power play should the opposition be penalized in the upcoming contest.

O'Reilly (oblique) skated on the top line with Matt Moulson and Kyle Okposo Wednesday morning, ahead of a home contest against the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

All signs point to O'Reilly returning for the evening's contest, though if possible, fantasy owners with stock in the playmaking pivot should wait to see him make it through pregame warm-ups before activating him. The Sabres have lost three of five games since he's been out, but the team was able to edge the Penguins and Flames in the last two.

O'Reilly (oblique) will not suit up against Calgary on Monday, Bill Hoppe of the Times Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

O'Reilly will miss his fifth consecutive start while dealing with this oblique injury. The center told reporters that "next game is very doable", John Vogl of the Buffalo News reports, indicating that he might be ready to return for Wednesday's matchup with Detroit. Look for an update from the team once the 25-year-old is cleared to return to action.

O'Reilly (oblique) did not end up playing in Saturday's shootout win over the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

While O'Reilly is thought to be getting close to a return -- something the low-scoring Sabres desperately need -- it was his brother Cal that played the unlikely hero Saturday in the surprise win over the Stanley Cup champs. Ryan has a chance to return to action next week, and we'll check in on his status Monday ahead of Buffalo's home match vs. Calgary.

O'Reilly (oblique) is active for Saturday's game against the Penguins, John Vogl of buffalo news.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

O'Reilly missed four of the last five games recovering from an oblique injury but is set to make his return to the lineup for his 14th contest this season. The 25-year-old center is averaging a career-high in ice time (21:46) and so should get plenty of opportunities to match the 60 points he produced during the 2015-16 campaign, pending he can stay healthy the rest of the way.

O'Reilly (oblique) is doubtful for Saturday's game against Pittsburgh.

EDGE Analysis

The forward has missed four of the Sabres' last five games with this oblique injury, but there's a slim chance he comes back Saturday. If he comes back, he will be in a position to be a solid contributor, averaging 21:46 minutes per game. He has nine points in 13 games, showing he's made the most of his minutes when healthy.

O'Reilly's injury has been reclassified as an oblique problem and he's at about 70% health right now, ruling him out of Thursday night's contest against the Lightning, Paul Hamilton of WGR Sports Radio 550 reports.

EDGE Analysis

At this point, there hasn't been an official timetable given for O'Reilly's return so it's tough to say when he'll return to the lineup for sure. This will be the third consecutive game he misses to the injury after aggravating it against the Devils on Nov. 11, so the Sabres might want to take their time and make sure he gets healthy for sure this time. Look for Sam Reinhart and Johan Larsson to step up while O'Reilly remains out.