Meier (personal) was added to the active roster Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

The Devils assigned Xavier Parent and Calen Addison to AHL Utica in corresponding moves. After being designated as a non-roster player, Meier missed the last five games. However, he will likely return to the lineup against Buffalo on Sunday. Meier has generated 11 goals, 23 points, 93 shots on net and 61 hits through 30 appearances this season.

Meier (personal) was designated as a non-roster player Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

The Devils recalled Calen Addison from AHL Utica in a corresponding move. Meier is away from the team while attending to a family health matter. He has accounted for 11 goals, 23 points, 93 shots on net and 61 hits through 30 appearances this season.

Meier will be taking a leave of absence from the Devils for personal reasons, the team announced Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Given the personal nature of Meier's absence, there is no clear indication when the 29-year-old winger might rejoin the team. If needed, the Devils could place Meier on the non-roster list in order to free up a spot on the 23-man roster.

Meier scored a goal in Saturday's 4-1 loss to the Bruins.

EDGE Analysis

Meier is one of the most reliable fantasy options on the Devils' roster. He's had a keen eye for goal of late, notching six goals and nine total points over his last nine appearances.

Meier scored a power-play goal on four shots, added three hits and went minus-2 in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Blue Jackets.

EDGE Analysis

Meier's point streak is up to six games, and his last two contributions have been power-play goals. The 29-year-old has five goals and three assists during the streak. On the year, he's up to 10 goals, 22 points, 84 shots on net, 55 hits and a plus-1 rating over 26 appearances. He's on track for his best full season in a Devils uniform, assuming he's able to sustain this pace and stay healthy.

Meier scored a power-play goal on five shots and added six hits in Saturday's 5-3 loss to the Flyers.

EDGE Analysis

Meier has four goals and three assists, including three power-play points, during his five-game point streak. The 29-year-old winger is being leaned on for more offense while Jack Hughes (finger) is out. Meier is up to nine goals, 21 points, 80 shots on net, 52 hits, 16 blocked shots and a plus-3 rating over 25 appearances and will continue to be a stalwart in the Devils' top six.

Meier distributed an assist, blocked two shots and had four hits in Friday's 5-0 shutout win over the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Meier picked up the lone helper on Nico Hischier's opening goal midway through the first period. With the apple, the 29-year-old Meier has 12 assists, 20 points, 75 shots on goal and 46 hits through 24 games this season. His helper brought his point streak up to four games, where he and Hischier have been in sync on New Jersey's top line. Meier also has 14 hits in his last four games, giving him strong category coverage and making him a strong option in most fantasy formats.

Meier scored a goal, placed six shots on net and dished out three hits in Wednesday's 3-2 win over the Blues.

EDGE Analysis

Meier tallied the opening goal for New Jersey to level the score at one apiece midway through the first period. With the goal and power-play helper, the 29-year-old winger has eight goals, 11 assists, 75 shots on net and 42 hits through 23 games this season. Meier has a goal in each of his last three games and has five points in that span. He continues to pace the team in shots on goal and should lead the team in that area while serving as the trigger man on New Jersey's top line. Meier's recent surge in points has him in good shape to reach the 50-point mark for the fourth consecutive year, making him a strong option in most fantasy formats.

Meier netted a goal, had an assist, recorded four shots, blocked two attempts and dished out four hits in Monday's 4-3 win over the Red Wings.

EDGE Analysis

Meier's strong all-around effort Monday was highlighted by scoring the opening goal before assisting Nico Hischier's tally just minutes later. After Monday's contest, Meier is up to seven goals, 10 assists, 69 shots on net and 39 hits through 22 games this season. He continues to launch shots at a high rate with three or more attempts on target in eight of his last 10 games. The top-line left winger for New Jersey has begun to hit his stride, with Monday's performance marking his fourth multi-point game of the season. Meier now has goals in back-to-back games, so look for the 29-year-old winger to push toward the 30-goal threshold that he just missed in the past two regular seasons.

Meier scored a power-play goal, fired three shots on net and dished out three hits in Saturday's 6-3 loss to Philadelphia.

EDGE Analysis

Outside of his power-play goal to open the scoring, Meier fired the puck all night with three shots on target and four more that missed the mark. The 29-year-old winger has six goals, 15 points, 65 shots on target and 35 hits in 21 games this season. Meier snapped a three-game point drought Saturday. He's virtually a lock to receive top-six minutes for the rest of the season and should lead the team in shot attempts. It's best to exercise patience with Meier, as his 9.2 shooting percentage is likely to climb considering his career conversion rate is 10.8 percent.