Markov is taking contact for the first time this season and might be an option to play this week. Those of you hoping to pluck him off waivers should do so now.

Markov is taking contact for the first time this season and might be an option to play this week. Those of you hoping to pluck him off waivers should do so now.
As previously explained, don't invest too much more in this oft-injured defenseman.
Temper your expectations of Markov as he may be held out the remainder of the season. Regardless, getting some contact is a good sign for the oft-injured defenseman.
Markov travelling with the team is a good sign but his value is greatly diminished in a lost season. Those of you looking to grab him on the waiver wire should not hold your breath.
Markov travelling with the team is a good sign but his value is greatly diminished in a down season. Those of you looking to grab him on the waiver wire should not hold your breath.
Markov continues to skate, which is an encouraging sign. He still has no timetable for his return and could be liable for a setback at any time.
Markov remains a ways away but continuing to ramp up his skating is a great sign. At this rate he might be able to provide a useful month or so.
Markov continues to skate, which is a good sign. However, his status remains indefinite.
Markov continues to progress/improve. However, the Habs will proceed with caution as they get closer to mathematical elimination from the playoffs.
Rumors continue to circulate that Markov could miss the rest of the season for precautionary measures. If you don't have the room for him on your bench, it's probably safe to drop the oft-injured d-man.
Markov skates for the first time following his latest surgery. His timetable remains indefinite but he has certainly taken the next step.
As Markov's injury status continues to drag itself out, it looks like he may not play this season. Don't rely on the former All Star to play anytime soon.
Markov remains at least a month away. Barring a setback he could possibly play again this season but he may not be worth wasting an IR spot.
Markov's prognosis continues to get worse and worse. Kind of hard to justify his roster spot, or IR slot, when his timetable continues moving back.
The prognosis just changed from three more weeks to four-to-six weeks. At this point, it is getting difficult to justify his role on your IR.
The defender is expected to miss at least three weeks but don't be surprised if it takes longer than that for him to return.
A return this calendar year seems highly unlikely as the offensive defenseman has yet another setback.
Bad news for Markov owners, who knew they were in for a long wait. At this point all you can do is wait and hope he returns within this calendar year.
Markov did not travel to San Jose and will not play tonight. The oft-injured defenseman is in Los Angeles and questionable to play against the Kings on Saturday.
Markov will not play tonight although he is close to returning. Expect him to get into at least one game on the Habs' West Coast swing.