Ott (upper body) missed practice Friday and is day-to-day, according to Blues head coach Ken Kitchcock, Jeremy Rutherford of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

EDGE Analysis

According to this report, Ott is expected to be out of the lineup Saturday against the Predators. If he does end up as a spectator for that game, he will have until the following Tuesday to get healthy for yet another road match, this time against the Devils.

Ott (upper body) is day-to-day, Jeremy Rutherford of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ott suffered the injury in the second period of Wednesday's game against the Blackhawks, and was ultimately held out of the remainder of the contest with the ding. The 33-year-old forward's day-to-day label suggests he may not be available for Saturday's matchup with the Predators.

Ott will not return to Wednesday's game against Chicago after suffering an upper-body injury.

EDGE Analysis

The severity of the incident has been left undetermined by the Blues, but initial reaction from Chicago doesn't bode well for Ott being available Saturday against the Predators. However, further news on the matter is expected over the next couple of days, with Yannick Veilleux or Ryan Reaves likely in store for unexpected ice time if Ott needs extended time to recover.

Ott exited Wednesday's tilt against the Blackhawks in the second period with an undisclosed injury.

EDGE Analysis

Ott suffered the injury after colliding with Brent Seabrook in Chicago's defensive zone. Ott fell to the ice awkwardly after the contact, and then immediately headed to St. Louis' locker room. The Blues should provide an update on the 33-year-old forward's status after they have an opportunity to evaluate him further.

Ott potted a goal in Tuesday's win over the Jets. The fourth-line winger usually offers most of his contributions in the form of hits and PIM, but he does have a few 30-point seasons on his resume. Unfortunately, none of those have come since 2011-12, as his minutes have declined steadily while he's transitioned into more of a grinder role. He only has three goals and 11 points over 64 games to date this season.

Ott contributed an assist and four hits in Friday's win over the Hurricanes. Ott helped set up linemate Ryan Reaves for the game's first goal, giving him his second point in as many nights. The 32-year-old can't be counted on to provide consistent scoring totals, but he does carry relevance in deeper leagues for his strong hit and PIM numbers.

Ott (illness) is slated to play Thursday against Detroit, according to Jeremy Rutherford of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Ott, who has been battling the flu, did not participate in Thursday's morning skate, but he's still in line to suit up against the Red Wings, barring a late change of plans.

Ott (illness) is likely to miss Thursday's against Detroit, according to Jeremy Rutherford of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Ott didn't skate during practice Thursday morning and is day-to-day.

Ott missed Wednesday's practice with the flu, NHL.com's Lou Korac reports. The Blues will reevaluate Ott on Thursday morning before determine whether or not he's fit to play later that evening against the Red Wings. If Ott isn't feeling healthy enough to suit up, Joakim Lindstrom would likely reenter the lineup in his stead.d

Ott scored his first goal of the season Saturday in a loss to San Jose on his only shot of the game. He added seven hits in 13:46 of ice time in the game. Ott is a veteran role player and penalty killer at this stage in his career, so offensive contributions aren't what the Blues are expecting from him. Fantasy owners should look at him the same way.