- Chad Graff: Wild’s Zach Parise practiced with the power play unit yesterday, a sign he could return tonight.
- Ansar Khan of MLive: Red Wings Pavel Datsyuk is back skating but he has no idea when he’ll be able to get back into the lineup.
- Seth Rorabaugh: Penguins Joe Vitale was seen with a cast on his right arm.
- Eye on Hockey: Islanders Lubomir Visnovsky won’t play in the Olympics as his rehab continues.
- David Alter: Maple Leafs David Clarkson and Frazer McLaren are eligible to be activated from the IR if they are ready.