Dion Phaneuf, who missed practice Monday with a hand injury, is expected to be out a while, per Dave Feschuk of the Toronto Star.

Phaneuf, who missed practice Monday with a hand injury, is expected to be out a while, per Dave Feschuk of the Toronto Star.

Analysis:

While the report doesn't include a timetable for the blueliner's return, it looks like Phaneuf -- who has recorded 22 points and 85 PIM in 48 games to date -- will miss Wednesday's game against New Jersey, at a minimum.