Bertuzzi (hand) may be ready to return against Anaheim on Tuesday, Ted Kulfan of The Detroit News reports.

EDGE Analysis

While the news rules Bertuzzi out for at least more two games, fantasy players at least have a more concrete timeline for the winger getting back onto the ice. If he does suit up, the Ontario native will almost certainly retake his spot on the top line with Dylan Larkin, which will likely mean reduced opportunities for Pius Suter.

The Red Wings are hoping Bertuzzi (hand) will be fit to return during a road trip in California that starts against the Kings on Saturday, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bertuzzi reportedly took to the ice for morning skate Tuesday ahead of a home clash with the Canadiens, which was a clear step forward in his recovery from a broken hand. Detroit will welcome Bert back with open arms once he's ready -- after all, the feisty scoring winger is averaging 0.68 points per game in his seven-year career -- but the Wings have won three straight games and are figuring out ways to step up in his absence.

Bertuzzi (hand) skated with the Red Wings on Tuesday and is about a week away from returning to the lineup, per Max Bultman of The Athletic.

EDGE Analysis

Bertuzzi was expected to be out 4-6 weeks after taking a shot off his right hand Oct. 16 and appears to be on track for a mid-November return. The 27-year-old winger has played in just two games this season, logging an assist, after posting 62 points (30 goals, 32 assists) in 2021-22.

Bertuzzi (upper body) will be sidelined for four-to-six weeks.

EDGE Analysis

Bertuzzi was injured Saturday when he appeared to block a shot with his right hand. He wasn't on the ice for Detroit's morning skate and will be out for a while. Bertuzzi has one assist through two games this season. He has been moved to injured reserve, per the NHL media site.

Bertuzzi left Saturday's game against New Jersey with an undisclosed injury and won't return.

EDGE Analysis

Bertuzzi had an assist at 1:30 of the second period before getting injured. He was hurt while blocking a shot. He had 8:14 of ice time before exiting the contest. Any extended absence of Bertuzzi would leave the Red Wings with a sizable hole in their forward core.

Bertuzzi generated two goals in Friday's 4-2 preseason win over the Maple Leafs.

EDGE Analysis

Bertuzzi dealt with an undisclosed issue early in training camp, but the top-line winger assuaged any concerns with that by racking up three goals and two assists through three exhibition contests. The Red Wings wrap up the preseason against the Maple Leafs on Saturday, though Bertuzzi's primary focus will be on next Friday's season opener against the visiting Canadiens.

Bertuzzi (undisclosed) is slated to be in the lineup Monday in preseason play against Pittsburgh, Daniella Bruce of the Red Wings' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bertuzzi had been sidelined with an undisclosed issue during training camp, but he is ready to make his exhibition debut. He was back alongside Lucas Raymond and Dylan Larkin during the morning skate.

Bertuzzi (undisclosed) took the ice for Thursday's training camp session, Max Bultman of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Bertuzzi's attendance at practice could clear the way for him to play against the Capitals on Friday. Despite playing in just 68 games last year, the Ontario native put together the first 30-goal season of his five-year NHL career and should be capable of repeating that feat in 2022-23. As such, Bertuzzi should be a top-half fantasy target heading into season-long drafts and daily formats.

Bertuzzi (undisclosed) wasn't on the ice for Saturday's practice, per Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press.

EDGE Analysis

Bertuzzi also missed Friday's practice due to what coach Derek Lalonde described as a flare-up. Bertuzzi might be able to return on Sunday, though, for the Red Wings' scrimmage.

Bertuzzi (undisclosed) missed practice on Friday, according to Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press.

EDGE Analysis

Coach Derek Lalonde said that "something flared up" with Bertuzzi. The forward practiced Thursday on the top line with Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond and should remain there this season. Bertuzzi is coming off a strong season where he had 30 goals and 62 points in 68 games. Bertuzzi was one of the few NHLers not allowed into Canada last season, as he was not vaccinated. He is expected to get a benefit this season, as Canada is set to disband its COVID laws to cross the border.