Ryan Wilson, who has not played this season due to a knee injury, will return to the Colorado lineup Saturday night against the Capitals. He doesn't offer much of anything as a fantsasy player but Wilson is a very good NHL defenseman. That should keep him in the Avs' lineup.

Ryan Wilson (knee) is getting close to returning. However, he likely won't be ready to play until Saturday at the earliest. When he's ready to return the Avalanche will probably send Nick Holden to the AHL.

Ryan Wilson (knee) took part in another full practice Monday and coach Patrick Roy said the Avalanche defenseman is close to coming off injured reserve. When he returns Nate Guenin or Nick Holden, who are both playing on two-way contracts, could be sent to the minors. They both have to clear waivers to be reassigned. Wilson was limited to just 12 games last season

Ryan Wilson (knee) skated on his own Sunday and will start the season on Colorado's injured list. Coach Patrick Roy said the team is targeting Oct. 12, when the Avalanche play in Washington, for Wilson's return to action.

Ryan Wilson is questionable for Colorado's season opener after sustaining a knee injury on Sunday. Wilson was limited to just 12 contests in 2013 due to ankle problems. The Colorado Avalanche are hopeful that Wilson might be able to return in a couple weeks.

Ryan Wilson (ankle) will not play in Colorado's remaining two games. Wilson was limited to just 12 games this season. "He's a big part of the team on the back end and we've missed him," Sacco said. "He can play against top lines against the other team and he plays hard minutes - a good versatile player who kills penalties and a guy the other team has to know when he's on the ice. That was a big loss, sitting him out most of the year. You hate to use that an excuse, but he would have helped." From a fantasy perspective, Wilson's value is limited. He has 61 points and 145 penalty minutes in 199 career NHL games.

Ryan Wilson (ankle) isn't expected to return on Friday. Wilson hasn't played since March 24. He has three assists and eight penalty minutes in 12 games in 2013.

Ryan Wilson (ankle) didn't take part in Wednesday's optional practice. At this point, Wilson might be done for the season. He has three assists in just 12 games in 2013.

Ryan Wilson (ankle) and Milan Hejduk (shoulder) are both doubtful Monday. Both players are on injured reserve and may not play again this season. Wilson was the Avs best defenseman when he was in the lineup and hopefully that bodes well for next season. Stay tuned.

Colorado Avalanche place Ryan Wilson (ankle) on injured reserve. Wilson has played only twice since Feb. 2 due to an ankle injury and could miss the rest of the season. He has no more fantasy value at this point.