Kassian recorded an assist and two shots on goal in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to the Blues.

EDGE Analysis

Kassian was skating in his 500th career regular-season game. Kassian has four goals and two helpers over his last seven contests. The winger is up to 24 points, 95 hits and 59 shots on goal through 34 games.

Kassian tallied a goal on two shots in Monday's 2-1 win over the Stars.

EDGE Analysis

Kassian's goal at 8:07 of the first period gave the Oilers an early lead, and they never looked back. He's up to a dozen goals and 23 points through 33 appearances this season. The winger has tacked on 94 hits, 43 PIM and 57 shots on goal.

Kassian produced an assist in Thursday's 6-5 loss to the Wild.

EDGE Analysis

More surprisingly, Kassian didn't have a hit for the second time in his last three games. The winger may be taking it easy after missing two contests with a back injury. For the year, Kassian has 22 points, 53 shots on goal, 91 hits and 43 PIM in 31 appearances.

Kassian tallied a pair of goals on five shots and racked up 14 PIM in Tuesday's 6-3 loss to the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

Kassian got the Oilers on the board midway through the second period and tied the game at 3-3 just under six minutes into the third. It was his first multi-goal game of the season and his five shots were a season high. The rugged winger now has 11 goals and 21 points in 30 games, and is enjoying a career year as he heads toward unrestricted free agency.

Kassian (back) was minus-1 and logged 17:22 of ice time in Sunday's 3-2 overtime loss to Buffalo.

EDGE Analysis

After sitting out the previous three games with his injury, Kassian returned Monday and reclaimed his spot on the top line with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl. It was a quiet return for the big winger, who was held without a shot on goal and did not record a hit. The 28-year-old has nine goals and 19 points in 28 games this season.

Coach Dave Tippett said Sunday that Kassian (back) will return to the lineup for Sunday's game against Buffalo.

EDGE Analysis

Kassian has missed the last three contests with the back injury, but returned to Friday's practice, suggesting he was nearing a return. The 28-year-old has been solid this campaign, racking up nine goals and 19 points in 28 games. It's unclear who will come out of the lineup in Kassian's stead, but the likely candidate is Josh Archibald.

Kassian (back) won't play Friday against the Kings, NHL.com's Derek Van Diest reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kassian participated in Friday's morning skate, so he's definitely closing in on a return to the lineup, but he'll have to wait for Sunday's game against the Sabres for his next opportunity to do so. Once he's given the green light, the big-bodied winger should return to his spot skating alongside Connor McDavid on the Oilers' top line.

Kassian (back) is targeting a return in either Friday's matchup with Los Angeles or against Buffalo on Sunday.

EDGE Analysis

Kassian missed the previous two games due to his back issue, but should be back in action in the near future. The winger recorded nine goals in 28 games prior to getting hurt and is on pace to shatter the personal best he set last year (15). When Kassian is cleared to play, he should get a look on the top line with Connor McDavid.

Kassian (back) won't be available for Wednesday's matchup with Ottawa, Jack Michaels of the Oilers Radio Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Kassian will miss a second straight contest Wednesday, but he's still considered day-to-day with his back issue, so he could be ready to return as soon as Friday against L.A. Once he's given the green light, the big-bodied winger will return to his spot skating alongside Connor McDavid on the Oilers' top line.

Kassian (back) is day-to-day and won't suit up for Sunday's matchup against the Canucks.

EDGE Analysis

It appears Kassian was injured during Saturday's clash against the Canucks, but it doesn't sound like it's a long-term issue. It's unsettled who will replace Kassian on the team's top unit alongside Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, but James neal and Joakim Nygard figure to be top candidates.