Head coach Drew Bannister said Monday that he expects Joseph (lower body) to return Tuesday against Boston, Jeremy Rutherford of The Athletic reports.

Joseph (lower body) hasn't resumed skating and remains unavailable to play, head coach Drew Bannister told Lou Korac of NHL.com on Monday.

Joseph is returning to St. Louis to be evaluated for a lower-body injury, according to TSN 1200 Ottawa.

Joseph logged an assist, two shots on goal and three hits in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the Canadiens.

Joseph recorded a goal and an assist in Saturday's 4-3 win over the Hurricanes.

Joseph scored a goal in Tuesday's 4-1 loss to the Wild.

Joseph was traded to the Blues from the Senators on Tuesday along with a 2025 third-round pick in a swap for future considerations.

Joseph recorded an assist against the Blues in Thursday's 5-2 loss.

Joseph (lower body) has been activated off injured reserve ahead of Tuesday's matchup with Calgary, per the NHL media site.

Joseph (lower body) was put on long-term injured reserve Sunday, per CapFriendly.