Varlamov allowed four goals on 24 shots in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to the Bruins.

EDGE Analysis

Varlamov was spotted a 1-0 lead after one period, but he couldn't make it stand up against the team that resides atop the NHL standings. Countryman Ilya Sorokin has earned the majority of playing time in the Islanders' crease, and neither Russian netminder has received much goal support lately.

Per Andrew Gross of Newsday, Valarmov was the first goalie off the ice at morning skate, putting him on track to guard the home goal versus Boston on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Varlamov struggled in his last start Jan. 6 against the Flames, surrendering four goals on just 21 shots en route to a 4-1 defeat. He'll try to pick up his ninth win of the season in a tough home matchup with a Bruins team that's 13-4-1 on the road this year.

Varlamov allowed four goals on 21 shots in Friday's 4-1 loss to the Flames.

EDGE Analysis

Varlamov gave up three of the goals in the first period, and the Islanders' offense -- sans Mathew Barzal (lower body) -- couldn't cover the damage. A lower-body injury cost Varlamov about two weeks, and this return performance didn't give him a great case to eat into Ilya Sorokin's playing time. Varlamov is at 8-4-1 with a 2.75 GAA and a .913 save percentage through 13 starts this season. The Islanders begin a homestand Tuesday versus the Stars.

Varlamov (lower body) is expected to start on the road against Calgary on Friday, per Pat Steinberg of Sportsnet 960 The Fan.

EDGE Analysis

Varlamov, who was activated from the injured reserve list Monday, will make his first start since Dec. 17. He has a 12-8-3 record, 2.65 GAA and .919 save percentage in 12 contests this season. Calgary has recorded 3.03 goals per game this season, which makes the Flames tied for the 23rd-ranked offense.

Varlamov (lower body) was activated from injured reserve Monday.

EDGE Analysis

In a corresponding move, the Islanders returned netminder Cory Schneider to AHL Bridgeport. Varlamov, who had been out since Dec. 17, will be back in the lineup Tuesday versus Vancouver.

Varlamov (lower body) will join the Islanders on their four-game road trip, which starts with Sunday's contest against Seattle, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Varlamov's availability for those upcoming four games hasn't been determined yet, but the fact that he'll travel with the Islanders is a good sign. He has an 8-3-1 record, 2.65 GAA and .919 save percentage in 12 games this season. The 34-year-old isn't an option for Thursday's contest versus Columbus.

Varlamov (lower body) was skating with the team Wednesday, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Varlamov has been out of the lineup since Dec. 16 due to the injury. Wednesday was the first time he has laced up his skates since the injury. When coach Lane Lambert was asked about the status of Varlamov, all he would say was that he is getting closer to a return. What exactly that means is anyone's guess. Varlamov will serve as the backup to Ilya Sorokin once he is deemed healthy enough to return.

Varlamov (lower body) has been placed on injured reserve, retroactive to Dec. 17.

EDGE Analysis

Varlamov will be eligible to return to action at any time after Thursday's game against Florida. He has yet to resume skating since he was hurt Saturday. Varlamov has been a solid backup to Ilya Sorokin, as he is 8-3-1 with a 2.65 GAA and a .919 save percentage.

Varlamov (lower body) has yet to resume skating, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

The fact that Varlamov has yet to resume skating suggests he'll almost certainly miss Thursday's game versus the Rangers at a minimum. Look for Ilya Sorokin to operate as a workhorse in goal for the Islanders until Varlamov is ready to return.

Varlamov (lower body) is considered to be day-to-day, Andrew Gross of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

As of right now, there isn't a concern that it will be a long-term absence for Varlamov. He will be replaced in the lineup by Cory Schneider on Monday against Colorado.