Johns (head) skated Monday, which was an encouraging sign for the Stars, but there is no real update on when he will return, Sean Shapiro of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's encouraging to see Johns take the ice, and it's certainly a step in the right direction. However, the 26-year-old hasn't played yet this season, and it doesn't seem like he return is imminent. Johns almost certainly won't play Tuesday, and it would be a surprise if he plays in a game before Christmas.

Johns (head) remains without a timetable for his return to game action, Mark Stepneski of the Stars' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johns has yet to play this season due to a head injury. The blueliner resumed practicing in late October, but has since stopped participating in on-ice activities, which suggests he likely suffered some sort of setback at some point. Johns should be considered out indefinitely until he's able to resume skating.

Johns (head) remains out of the lineup Monday against Edmonton.

EDGE Analysis

Johns' next chance to return will come Friday in San Jose. Those four days off might be just what Johns needs to finally make his season debut.

Johns (head) will not return to the lineup for Tuesday's matchup with Montreal, Matthew DeFranks of The Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johns is traveling with the team and has been skating, but remains unable to clear that final hurdle of getting back into the lineup. With the defenseman's target return date already passed, there is currently no clear indication when the Pennsylvania native will get back on the ice.

Johns (head) won't play Sunday against the Red Wings, Matthew DeFranks of The Dallas Morning News reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johns was targeting Sunday for his season debut but ultimately he'll have to wait a little while longer. Although he may not have to wait long, since Dallas faces Montreal on Tuesday.

Johns (head) is hoping to make his season debut against the Red Wings on Sunday, Sean Shapiro of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

While Johns in unlikely to have a significant fantasy impact -- he managed a mere 15 points in 75 games last season -- the defensive stalwart should free up his partner, most likely John Klingberg, to get up into the play in the offensive zone. Roman Polak is the odds on favorite to get bumped from the lineup once Johns if given the all-clear.

Johns (head) took part in Monday's practice session without any lingering symptoms from his post-traumatic headaches.

EDGE Analysis

While it's certainly a step in the right direction for Johns, the fact that he has been limited in practice could mean he needs some time before he can return to the lineup. Tuesday's clash with the Kings would seem a little too soon, but perhaps Thursday or Saturday versus the Ducks or Red Wings respectively would be more likely. The final step in the blueliner's recovery will be his activation off injured reserve -- so fantasy owners should keep an eye out for that transaction.

Johns didn't practice Friday after suffering a setback with his post-traumatic headaches, Mark Stepneski of the Stars' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johns is already on injured reserve, and should be considered out indefinitely until the Stars release a potential timetable for his return to game action.

Johns (head) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, Mark Stepneski of the Stars' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Johns will miss at least three games while he's on injured reserve with post-traumatic headaches, a condition that was disclosed to the media Thursday morning.

Johns does not have a concussion, but is suffering from post-traumatic headaches, Sean Shapiro of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

While it's certainly good news that Johns didn't sustain a concussion, it doesn't seem like he is any closer to being in the lineup for Thursday's Opening Night clash with Arizona. In the short term, Julius Honka should slot in on the blue line, although the newly acquired Connor Carrick figures to be a more long-term stand-in once he is up to speed with the Stars' system.