News:Philip Larsen (illness) saw 11:27 worth of ice time Thursday against the Kings.
Analysis:Philip Larsen, who had missed the Stars' previous two games due to illness, was a game-time decision Thursday, but it looks like he should be good to go for the team going forward.
News:Philip Larsen (head) flu is a game-time decision for Thursday's game against the Kings, Dallas Morning News writer Mike Heika reports.
Analysis: The status of Philip Larsen -- who last suited up on March 14 -- is of more import to the Stars' blue line depth than it is to fantasy owners. To date, Larsen has has one goal and 16 PIMs in 13 games.
News:Philip Larsen (illness) will not play Monday against the Flames, reports.
Analysis: Consider Philip Larsen day-to-day heading into Wednesday's tilt in Colorado. Jamie Oleksiak will help fill in Monday.
News:Philip Larsen (shoulder) practiced Tuesday and will return to game action Thursday against the Kings, Stars Inside Edge reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen, who has missed the last four games with a shoulder injury, has one point and 16 penalty minutes in 12 games this season.
News:Philip Larsen (shoulder) practiced Tuesday and will return to game action Thursday against the Kings, starsinsideedge.com reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen, who has missed the last four games with a shoulder injury, has one point and 16 penalty minutes in 12 games this season.
News:Philip Larsen left Saturday's game with an upper-body injury and isn't expected to play Monday in Nashville.
Analysis:Philip Larsen suffered a cut on his forehead after crashing violently into the end boards so there's some possible concern on a concussion here as well.
News:Philip Larsen will be a healthy scratch again Monday, the Avalanche's official Twitter account reports.
Analysis: Make it three straight healthy scratches for Philip Larsen, who has averaged nearly 11 minutes in his seven games this season.
News:Philip Larsen has been a healthy scratch for the past two games.
Analysis: He tallied a power-play goal earlier in the week but has taken a back seat for the past two games with the call-up of Jamie Oleksiak and the return to health of Aaron Rome.
News:Philip Larsen scored Dallas' lone goal, a power-play tally, in his return to the lineup Monday.
Analysis:Philip Larsen trailed just Alex Goligoski among Dallas' defensemen for ice time with the man advantage as well, as Dallas' trend of keeping defensive pairs intact for power play units continued. He's gone from a healthy scratch to a piece on the first power play unit in the span of two days, so those in deeper leagues will want to see if the trend continues when Dallas travels to Detroit for Tuesday's tilt.
News:Philip Larsen is expected to pair with Alex Goligoski in Monday's game in Columbus, starsinsideedge.com reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen was a healthy scratch Saturday, but gets another opportunity Monday. He's yet to see any sort of meaningful minutes on either of the Dallas power play units, but we'll have to see if that changes Monday.
News:Philip Larsen (elbow) returned to practice Thursday, starsinsideedge.com reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen remains a candidate to see some time on a power play unit for Dallas as well, though he wasn't tasked with that assignment during Thursday's practice.
News:Philip Larsen (elbow) did not practice Wednesday, but is expected back on the ice for Thursday's session, starsinsideedge.com reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen was nicked up in Tuesday's scrimmage, but coach Glen Gulutzan downplayed the blueliner's injury and it sounds like Larsen should fine for Saturday's season opener against the Coyotes.
News:Philip Larsen is currently dealing with an elbow injury and was held out of the end of Tuesday's scrimmage as a precaution.
Analysis: With the season not even underway yet, the Stars are being cautious with their injured players. They held out Aaron Rome (groin) for precautionary reasons as well. Neither player appears to be significantly hurt.
News:Philip Larsen signed a two-year contrant with the Stars on Friday, the Stars Team Website reports.
Analysis: The deal is worth $2.05 million. Philip Larsen tallied eight assists and three goals in 55 games with the Stars last season.
News:Philip Larsen was extended a qualifying offer by the Stars on Tuesday, the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.
Analysis: The move is a mere formality, as teams are required to submit a qualifying offer to restricted free agents before June 25 in order to receive the right to first refusal or draft pick compensation if the player signs with another team. Philip Larsen appeared in 55 games last season for Dallas, scoring 11 points.
News:Philip Larsen (undisclosed) is questionable for Tuesday's game against San Jose, ESPN Dallas's Mark Stepneski reports.
Analysis: It's not clear what Philip Larsen's issue is. We'll watch for more info.
News:Philip Larsen will play against Chicago on Friday, ESPN Dallas' Mark Stepneski reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen has only seven points on the year, but he'll be there if you need him Friday.
News:Philip Larsen (lower body) will be a game-time decision for Friday's game against Chicago, Mark Stepneski of ESPN Dallas reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen left Wednesday's contest against the Jets with a lower body injury, but it doesn't appear to be serious. With just seven points (1G, 6A) in 44 games this year, Larsen isn't a great fantasy option even when healthy.
Dallas' Larsen Returns For One Shift Following Injury
News:Philip Larsen (lower body) returned to the ice for one shift in the second period before exiting the game again Wednesday.
Analysis: He's being listed as day-to-day, and it appears that he might have avoided what looked to be a serious knee injury.
News:Philip Larsen was forced to leave Wednesday's game with a lower-body injury, the Stars' official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen went in for evaluation with the Stars' medical staff. Consider him day-to-day for now.
News:Philip Larsen (head) is probable for Sunday's game against Vancouver, Dallas Morning News writer Mike Heika reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen's return can't hurt Dallas any, but he's unlikely to make a fantasy impact in most leagues.
News:Philip Larsen was struck in the helmet by a slap shot in the second period of Friday's game. The impact cracked his helmet and opened a cut on top of his head. He went to the locker room for treatment and did not return, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Analysis:Philip Larsen is considered day-to-day right now and more reports should follow as to whether or not there's anything more. Fantasy rosters are not likely to be impacted as Larsen only has six points in 35 games this season and probably shouldn't be rostered in most leagues.
News: The Stars recalled Philip Larsen from AHL Texas, the Stars' official site reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen has three points and a plus-7 rating in 21 NHL games this season.
News:Philip Larsen has been sent down to AHL Texas, ESPN Dallas reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen was merely a depth player for the Stars, but he had seen some pretty decent ice time lately and might be a call-up soon after the All-Star break, though the Stars do have a healthy blue line if they choose to keep him in the AHL for a bit and let the 22-year-old work on a few things.
News: The Stars have activated Philip Larsen (concussion) from injured reserve, DallasStars.com reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen has just two assists and two PIM in 19 games thus far, so his return is of more import to the Stars' blue line depth than it is to fantasy owners.
News:Philip Larsen, who has missed eight games with a concussion, could return to the Stars' lineup Friday against Tampa Bay, Mark Stepneski of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen's return will boost the Stars' depth on defense, but with just two assists and two PIM in 19 games thus far, his fantasy impact hasd been minimal.
News:Philip Larsen (upper body) was placed on IR on Tuesday, DallasStars.com reports.
Analysis: The injury was previously believed to be a concussion, but Dallas isn't referring to it as such. Philip Larsen has been out for all of January, but it's not clear if his move to IR indicates a worsening prognosis or was just done to allow some roster flexibility.
News:Philip Larsen will remain sidelined at least another week with concussion-like symptoms, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen left a game on Dec. 31 and hasn't done any on-ice activity since.
News:Philip Larsen (undisclosed) won't play against Detroit on Tuesday, Dallas Morning News writer Mike Heika reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen's availability beyond Tuesday is not known.
News:Philip Larsen (undisclosed) did not practice Monday, Dallas Morning News writer Mike Heika reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen's absence from Monday's practice would seem to hint that he isn't likely to play against Detroit on Tuesday.
News:Philip Larsen left Dallas' game against Boston on Saturday with an apparent head injury after taking a hit in the second period. He will be evaluated in the next few days, Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Stars coach Glen Gulutzan said Philip Larsen was held out the game for "precautionary" reasons, so he may end up being fine. The Stars don't play again until Tuesday, so they'll have a better idea about his availability by then. If he is unable to go, the Stars may have to call up defensemen from the Texas Stars to fill voids in the defense left by multiple injuries.
News:Philip Larsen (lower body) will return to the lineup Friday night, Mark Stepnewski of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen missed two games after leaving last Friday's game with the injury, but he'll be back on the Stars' blue line for the Stars' matchup with the Predators.
News:Philip Larsen (lower body) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Flyers, ESPN.com reports.
Analysis:Philip Larsen took part in Wednesday's morning skate, but according to head coach Glen Gulutzan, he will not appear in a game until the bruised thigh he is dealing with heals completely. Consider Larsen questionable for the Stars' next game Friday.
News:Philip Larsen (lower body) was not on the ice for practice Sunday, Mark Stepneski of ESPN Dallas reports.
Analysis: He hasn't been able to do much since his injury against the Devils on Friday night. We'll consider him day-to-day until the Stars offer up more info regarding his ailment.
News: The Starts recalled Philip Larsen from AHL Texas on Saturday, according to the team's official Twitter page.
Analysis: The Stars needed to add an extra defenseman with Alex Goligoski likely to miss some time with a hand injury suffered Friday night. Expect Philip Larsen to fill one of the spots on the Stars' third defensive pairing.
News:Philip Larsen has been sent to the AHL, the Stars' official Twitter feed reports.
Analysis: The move was made to clear space on the roster for the return of Adam Pardy from IR.
News:Philip Larsen is expected to make Dallas' season-opening roster with the injuries to Adam Pardy and Nicklas Grossman.
Analysis:Philip Larsen is a nice prospect, but he'll likely be returned to the AHL once the Stars are healthy on the blueline.
News: Larsen has been returned to AHL Texas, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Larsen, who has two assists in six games with Dallas, is on the team's speed dial and seems likely to be called up the next time injuries hit the Dallas blue line.
News: The Stars have called up Larsen from Texas of the AHL, according to ESPNDallas.com.
Analysis: Larsen is the Stars' "back and forth guy" on the blue line this season, but he may see some immediate playing time due to two Stars regulars -- Matt Niskanen and Karlis Skrastins -- crashing into each other during pre-third period warmups in Wednesday's game.
News: The Stars assigned Larsen to AHL Texas on Thursday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Larsen played in three games for the Stars since being recalled and recorded one assist. He'll probably continue to bounce back and forth as needed.
News: The Stars recalled Larsen from AHL Texas on Saturday, the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Larsen had a brief stint with the Stars earlier this season and will get another chance on the team's blue line. He probably won't be up for long, however.
News: Larsen was sent down to the AHL as planned following his one-game stint Thursday.
Analysis: He picked up an assist in his lone game, and figures to be called upon again should a spot on the Dallas blue line open up via injury.
News: Larsen picked up an assist in his season debut Thursday against the Kings.
Analysis: Unfortunately, it was in a losing effort and he finished minus-two. The young defenseman was thrown right into the fire, as he was on the first defensive pairing. He has some scoring potential -- and hey, two assists in three NHL games isn't bad.
News: Larsen will likely see time on the Dallas power play Thursday night, the Dallas Morning News reports.
Analysis: Larsen makes for a decent pick up in daily leagues as a result, but he's still expected to be sent back to the AHL following the game.
News: Larsen has been called up for Thursday's game against the Kings, the Stars' official site reports.
Analysis: He'll be returned to the AHL after the game since Stephane Robidas is serving a one-game suspension on Thursday night.
News: The Stars have called up D Philip Larsen and D Maxime Fortunus.
Analysis: Larsen comes over after finishing his season in Sweden, while Fortunus has been plying his trade in the AHL. Neither of these guys has any Fantasy value at this time.
