Smith (undisclosed) remains a game-time decision for Thursday's road clash with the Lightning, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.

EDGE Analysis

The lack of information on Smith's ailment makes it extremely difficult to hedge on his availability for the upcoming contest, but consider that he's been a fantasy liability more often than not this season. We're talking just eight points in 23 games to go along with a minus-15 rating and a career-low shooting percentage (3.8). Go ahead and line up alternatives in the event that he does miss his 10th game of the 2017-18 campaign.

Smith is "banged up" and is questionable for Thursday's game at Tampa Bay.

EDGE Analysis

Smith's absence shouldn't mean anything for fantasy owners. He's scored just once in his past eight games and hasn't been producing much all season. Only in the deepest of leagues should he even be on a roster at this point, let alone in your starting lineup.

Smith's third-period goal iced a 3-2 win over New York on Wednesday.

EDGE Analysis

Smith hasn't provided much of anything when he's been on the ice this year, as his minus-13 is a career-worst in plus/minus and the points simply haven't been there most nights. The goal is encouraging, but he's going to have to show he can find the scoresheet more often than once every six or seven games before he's worthy of being on your roster.

Smith (thumb) will play Saturday against the Islanders, Brent Wallace of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

Smith hasn't played since Nov. 10 against the Avalanche, and he didn't have a goal in his first 12 games despite heavy power-play usage. He also posted a poor minus-7 to begin the season, and he'll look to change that against the Islanders. The 29-year-old will also slot back onto the power play, and it'll be interesting to see how he reacts to newcomer Matt Duchene.

Smith (thumb) will be a game-time decision against the Islanders on Saturday, Brent Wallace of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Canadian center appears to be ahead of schedule in his recovery from a dislocated thumb considering he originally wasn't expected to return until the calendar flipped to December. According to Wallace, the Senators will roll with seven defensemen against the Isles if Smith can't give it a go.

Smith (thumb) has been placed on injured reserve, per the NHL media site.

EDGE Analysis

Considering Smith is expected to miss three weeks due to his thumb injury, it shouldn't come as a surprise the team opted to place him on IR. In 12 outings this season, the center has failed to find the back of the net, but has garnered six helpers -- including three with the man advantage. With the winger sidelined, the club is expected to continue fielding seven defenseman and 11 forwards.

Smith is dealing with a dislocated thumb that will keep him out three weeks, Brent Wallace of TSN.ca reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Canadian playmaker has looked out of sorts since returning from an upper-body injury Oct. 27 against the Devils. Specifically, In his last four contests, Smith recorded a minus-6 rating with nothing but goose eggs in the goals and assists columns. Smith's extended absence could carve out meaningful playing time for Jack Rodewald in the bottom six and it's safe to say the Senators are counting their blessings that they were able to swing that trade for Matt Duchene; a trip to injured reserve for Smith seems inevitable.

Smith (upper body) took part in line rushes during pregame warmups, indicating he'll be in the lineup for Friday's game against the Devils, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Senators will be happy to have Smith back in the lineup Friday, as he was enjoying a hot start to the season before sustaining an upper-body injury Oct. 19 against the Devils, notching five assists in seven games. He'll return to a top-six role against New Jersey, and should also see time on the man advantage as a member of Ottawa's second power-play unit.

Smith (upper body) will be a game-time decision for Friday's clash against host New Jersey, TSN 1200 Ottawa reports.

EDGE Analysis

It's a shrewd move in fantasy hockey to tee up injured stars for reactivation as soon as they're ready to go -- the rationale behind this thought is that their ownership rates will be lower than normal because not everyone in your daily pools will know they're coming back. Smith has five helpers in seven games this season, so consider checking back for pregame warmups to see if he's out there. He's the explosive type who could make a significant difference in any league with a heavy weight on offensive production.

Smith (upper body) is hopeful that he can return to Friday's lineup versus the Devils, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.

EDGE Analysis

This effectively rules out Smith for Thursday's home clash against the Flyers, but he does appear to be on the verge of returning to game action after missing the last two against the Maple Leafs and Kings, respectively. Smith is an integral part of the offense, having collected five assists through seven games to date.