Stuart (back) will be subjected to a contract buyout by the Avs, per general manager Joe Sakic, Mike Chambers of The Denver Post reports.

Stuart (back) has gone on injured reserve Thursdaythe NHL's official media site reports.

Stuart has undergone back surgery and will miss an extended period of time.

Coach Patrick Roy indicated Sunday that Stuart (back) reportedly attempted to skate recently, but it didn't go well, Brian Hedger of NHL.com reports.

Stuart is dealing with some leg pain that's rooted in his earlier back injury, and remains without a timetable for return as a result.

Stuart (back) is close to returning, per Avalanche coach Patrick Roy.

Stuart has returned to Denver due to some back issues, Drew Spevak of ESPN Denver reports.

Stuart will be scratched for Tuesday's game against the Panthers, Drew Spevak of ESPNDenver.com reports.

Stuart will miss Saturday's game against the Blue Jackets as he continues to deal with a back injury, Mike Chambers of the Denver Post reports.

This does not really effect fantasy owners. He had just 11 points in 61 games with San Jose last season. Colorado traded a 2016 second round pick and 2017 sixth round selection to acquire him. He is not fantasy relevant.