Predators' P.K. Subban: Placed on IR, out 2-3 weeks

Subban (upper body) has been placed on IR and will miss 2-3 weeks.

Analysis:

Subban is one of the flashiest defensemen in the league and his absence will have a huge impact on both fantasy owners and the Predators alike. The 27-year-old has already missed the last seven games due to injury, so the IR designation doesn't quite come as a surprise. If all goes well and he returns at the beginning of his timetable, his first game back could be against Vancouver on Jan. 17.