Joffrey Lupul (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Lupul (lower body) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

Analysis:

Lupul was held out of Monday's game against the Oilers with a lower-body injury, and will now miss Toronto's next three contests after being placed on injured reserve Tuesday. The 32-year-old winger, who has tallied 11 points (eight goals, three assists) in 23 games this season, will be eligible to return to action next Tuesday against New Jersey if healthy.