Rask (undisclosed) will start Thursday night's game against the Islanders, Joe Haggerty of BostonHockeyNow.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rask evidently responded well to the work he got in Wednesday evening and will make his first game appearance since March 7. Assuming no setbacks Thursday night against the Islanders -- who are second in the NHL with 46 points -- he also figures to start either Saturday afternoon versus the Sabres or Sunday when Boston faces New Jersey.

Rask (undisclosed) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice, Eric Russo of the Bruins' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rask, who hasn't played since March 7, could start Thursday night against the Islanders, depending on how he feels during the team's morning skate. "If he's good to go in, he'll go in," coach Bruce Cassidy noted of Rask's chances of getting the nod Thursday. "If not, it's Jaroslav (Halak) and then we'll split on the weekend. So, that's how we're looking at it right now."

Rask (undisclosed) is expected to return to practice Wednesday, Amalie Benjamin of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Bruce Cassidy said that Rask could return for Thursday's game against the Islanders, but if he's doesn't gain clearance, he'll likely be ready for Saturday's matchup versus the Sabres. Jaroslav Halak will likely start if Rask can't go Thursday. Rask has recorded a .906 save percentage, a 2.46 GAA and an 8-4-2 record through 14 appearances this season.

Rask (undisclosed) was placed on injured reserve Thursday, per CapFriendly.

EDGE Analysis

This isn't expected to change Rask's timeline to return -- he's already been out for six games. Rask could potentially be activated prior to Saturday's game versus the Sabres.

Rask (undisclosed) won't suit up for Thursday's game against the Sabres, Conor Ryan of MassLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Head coach Bruce Cassidy believes Rask is close to a return, and he specifically mentioned Saturday's rematch against Buffalo as a realistic possibility. Nevertheless, the 34-year-old netminder will be re-evaluated Friday before any decision is made.

Rask (undisclosed) skated for the second straight day Tuesday, Eric Russo of the Bruins' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Per coach Bruce Cassidy, Rask is "trending well" and it's plausible that he could be back in the Bruins' goaltending mix when the team travels to Buffalo for games Thursday and Saturday. In his continued absence, Daniel Vladar is slated to make his NHL starting debut Tuesday night against the Penguins.

Rask (undisclosed) has resumed skating.

EDGE Analysis

Though Rask is traveling with the Bruins on the team's four-game road trip, he won't be available for either Monday or Tuesday night's games versus the Penguins, per coach Bruce Cassidy. As a result, Jaroslav Halak will draw the start Monday, while either Daniel Vladar or Jeremy Swayman are in line to get the nod in net Tuesday.

Rask (undisclosed) didn't participate in Monday's morning skate.

EDGE Analysis

At this stage, it looks like Jaroslav Halak and Daniel Vladar will split the Bruins' goaltending duties when the team faces Pittsburgh in back-to-back-road games, Monday and Tuesday.

Rask (undisclosed) won't play Saturday against the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

As a result, Jaroslav Halak will make his third straight start. Consider Rask day-to-day in advance of Boston's back-to-back contests against Pittsburgh on Monday and Tuesday. If he's not available by then, Daniel Vladar and Jeremy Swayman will be candidates to draw a spot start for the team so that Halak won't be forced to play two nights in a row.

Rask (undisclosed) won't be available Thursday night against the Rangers, Conor Ryan of MassLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

With regard to Rask's unspecified injury, Coach Bruce Cassidy noted that the team "thought it was something minor...but it's lingered." As a result, look for Daniel Vladar to back up Jaroslav Halak versus the Rangers, while Rask should be considered day-to-day.