Eklund (undisclosed) won't return to Monday's contest against the Canucks, per Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

EDGE Analysis

It's unclear what Eklund is contending with, but he was on the receiving end of a big hit from Tyler Myers in the opening frame. Eklund stayed in the game after that, but he wasn't on the bench for the start of the second period. Consider the Swedish forward day-to-day ahead of Friday's home tilt against the Golden Knights.

Eklund (undisclosed) is questionable to return to Monday's game against the Canucks, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

EDGE Analysis

Eklund scored a goal in 7:39 of ice time, but he was not on the bench for the start of the second period. If Eklund is unable to return, his next chance to suit up would be in Friday's home matchup against the Golden Knights.

Eklund scored a goal in Thursday's 4-2 loss to the Avalanche.

EDGE Analysis

Eklund ended a six-game goal drought with his second-period tally to put the Sharks ahead 2-1. The 22-year-old winger looked good in November, but he has been quieter with four points over eight outings in December. Overall, he has six goals, 26 points, 54 shots on net, 23 hits, 23 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating through 34 appearances.

Eklund notched an assist and two PIM in Saturday's 4-3 loss to Utah.

EDGE Analysis

Eklund has slowed down a bit in December, earning a goal and two assists over his last six outings. The 22-year-old has mostly maintained a top-six role despite the slide on offense. He's now at five goals, 20 helpers, 52 shots on net, 20 hits, 22 blocked shots and an even plus-minus rating over 32 appearances.

Eklund scored a power-play goal in overtime to lift the Sharks to a 2-1 victory over the Capitals on Tuesday.

EDGE Analysis

Eklund won it with a one-timer from the right circle while the Caps' Tom Wilson was still in the box after taking a double-minor at 17:43 of the third period. It was his first goal in eight games. Eklund sits second on the Sharks scoring list with 23 points (five goals, 18 shots) in 27 games. At his current pace, he is well on his way to career highs in points (70), assists (55), power-play points (18) and shots (146). Eklund's previous highs in those categories were 45 points, 29 assists, 16 power-play points and 128 shots.

Eklund notched two assists, two shots on goal and a plus-2 rating in Friday's 8-5 win over the Kraken.

EDGE Analysis

Eklund has flashed his playmaking skill with six helpers during a four-game point streak. He's gone six games without a goal and has scored twice in November, but he also has 12 assists during that 14-game span. The 22-year-old winger is up to 22 points (four goals, 18 helpers) with 41 shots on net, 18 hits, 17 blocked shots and a plus-1 rating over 25 contests this season.

Eklund managed an assist, three shots on goal and three hits in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the Senators.

EDGE Analysis

Eklund has racked up four assists over his last three contests. The winger set up a Macklin Celebrini tally in the third period. Eklund continues to impress on the top line with 20 points, 39 shots on net, 18 hits and 17 blocked shots over 24 appearances this season.

Eklund logged a pair of assists, two blocked shots and a plus-2 rating in Monday's 7-2 win over the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

This was Eklund's third multi-point effort in his last eight games, a span in which he has two goals and eight assists. The 22-year-old has added three power-play points in that span. The winger is up to four goals, 15 assists, five power-play points, 36 shots on net, 17 blocked shots and a minus-1 rating over 23 appearances. Eklund's top-six role, even in an offense as inconsistent as San Jose's, can't be ignored when he's pushing for a 60-point pace.

Eklund managed an assist and two blocked shots in Saturday's 4-2 loss to the Sabres.

EDGE Analysis

Eklund was a game-time decision for Saturday, but he was able to play 20:08, in line with his usual workload. He has two goals and six assists over his last seven contests as he continues to thrive in a top-six role. The winger is up to four goals, 13 helpers, 36 shots on net and a minus-3 rating through 22 outings overall. Eklund offers a solid baseline of production across the board, but his biggest contributions are on offense.

Eklund (undisclosed) will play versus the Sabres on Saturday, Max Miller of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Eklund was considered a game-time decision, but he won't end up missing a game with the issue. The 22-year-old will play in his usual top-line role and will skate alongside Fabian Zetterlund and Mikael Granlund.