

Duclair has missed the last eight games with a lower-body injury but will be back in the Panthers' top-6 on Tuesday. Duclair was playing very well before getting hurt, registering 17 points (9G / 8A) in 19 games.



Bear missed Thursday's game in Calgary due to an illness. He was on the ice for warmups but ended up being a late scratch, so monitor his status closely on Saturday.

Cizikas missed five games while in COVID-19 protocol but appears set to return to the lineup on Saturday. The fourth-line centre has yet to score while tallying just one assist in 16 games this season.










Bear was in COVID-19 protocol and missed the last six games. He took regular reps in Friday's practice but remains a game-time decision for Saturday's game vs. the Sabres.


Pelech has been out since November 16th but is expected to play Thursday. Pelech should play a huge role with Ryan Pulock and Zdeno Chara still out. He has just two assists in 13 games this season.

Lee has been out since November 16th but is expected to return to the lineup vs. the Sharks. Lee should be back on the top line with Mathew Barzal and comes in with four goals in 12 games.

With DeAngelo entering the NHL's COVID-19 protocol, his status for Tuesday's game is up in the air. DeAngelo could test out of protocol and join the team in Dallas, but for now, consider him doubtful.
