Walker (COVID-19) has been cleared to play, John Hoven of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio reports.

EDGE Analysis

Walker missed the entirety of training camp as well as the Kings' season opener due to the NHL's COVID-19 protocols, but he'll be eligible to play Saturday against Minnesota. However, there's a chance he'll sit out Saturday's contest in order to get a few practices in before debuting Tuesday against the Avalanche.

Walker (COVID-19 protocols) is one of three Kings expected to be in action Saturday after missing Thursday's game against Minnesota, Dennis Bernstein of TheFourthPeriod.com reports

EDGE Analysis

Walker's return would be welcome news to both Kings fans and fantasy owners, as he's a reliable option to produce from the blue line. If another owner dropped him over COVID concerns, he's worth grabbing, as it appears he'll be in the lineup for four games next week even if there is a setback that keeps him out Saturday.

Walker is unavailable due to the league's COVID-19 protocols.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear why Walker surfaced on the list, as could have tested positive for the virus, or came into close contact with a person who did. In any event, Walker won't be available to practice or travel with the team until he's cleared. He was listed on the Kings' non-roster list Wednesday, so it's likely he'll be sitting out Thursday's game against the Wild.

Walker (undisclosed) is on the Kings' NHL non-roster list, Lisa Dillman of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

The specific nature of Walker's issue remains unclear, but it appears as though it will keep him sidelined for the foreseeable future. That's unfortunate news for the Kings and fantasy managers alike, as Walker was a solid producer from the blue line last season, picking up five goals and 24 points in 70 contests.

Walker (undisclosed) was deemed unfit to participate in Saturday's practice, John Hoven of SiriusXM NHL Network Radio reports.

EDGE Analysis

There's no indication of what Walker is dealing with. After two solid seasons with the Kings, Walker signed a four-year, $10.6 million contract with the team in September. The 26-year-old will aim to recover before Thursday's season opener against the Wild.

Walker signed a four-year, $2.65 million AAV extension with the Kings on Friday, Helene Elliott of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Walker took on a much bigger role with the Kings during his second NHL season, increasing his average ice time from 15:26 to 18:50, including 0:49 per game on the power play. The 25-year-old should be a top-four blueliner with the Kings for at least the next four seasons.

Walker has 24 points at the hiatus, dwarfing the 10 he contributed in his rookie season.

EDGE Analysis

Given that he's played for a poor team, his offense has actually been pretty solid for a defenseman. Walker's value tends to come in dynasty leagues at the moment, but he could be a real later-round option in redraft leagues next season.

Walker provided a power-play assist, two shots on net and two blocked shots in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Senators.

EDGE Analysis

Walker set up Gabriel Vilardi's game-tying goal at 9:12 of the third period. The 25-year-old Walker has assists in consecutive outings. He's up to 24 points, 127 shots, 84 blocks and 81 hits through 70 games this year. Walker has some fantasy value in formats that reward physical play, although his offense is fine from a second-year blueliner.

Walker collected an assist, three blocked shots and two shots on net in Monday's 3-1 win over the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

Walker assisted on Austin Wagner's first period goal to open the scoring. The helper snapped Walker's four-game point drought. Through 69 contests, the 25-year-old blueliner has 23 points, 125 shots, 82 blocks and 81 hits this season.

Walker provided a power-play assist and two hits in Wednesday's 2-1 win over the Penguins.

EDGE Analysis

Walker's shot attempt was tipped in by Blake Lizotte for the opening tally in the first period. The helper snapped a five-game point drought for Walker. He's at 22 points (four on the power play), 117 shots on goal, 77 hits and 72 blocked shots through 64 outings.