Patrick Kane returns to Red Wings lineup for first time in weeks vs. Rangers Friday
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Patrick Kane is set to return to the lineup for the first time in weeks on Friday in tonight's game between the Detroit Red Wings and the New York Rangers.
For the first time since he got injured on October 17th during a game with the Tampa Bay Lightning, the NHL veteran Patrick Kane joined his team for a practice yesterday.
After the session, head coach Todd McLellan confirmed Kane felt good and that a decision on his return to the lineup would be made the next day, which is today.
Here's what he said:
"I made contact with him a couple times about how he felt. He said he felt pretty good, so I think that's positive. But that decision will be made tomorrow when we get a little more information."
"We'll see. I'm feeling pretty good. It was nice to get back into practice with the team today. Other than that, I feel pretty good and we'll go from there.
"We'll see how it is (Friday). I don't think there's any real decision on when I'm back or anything like that."
"I was pretty confident I was going to be able to get through a practice and skate with the team. But you never know until you get into it, so I'm happy I was able to do that and participate and go the whole way."
"We'll see how it is (Friday). I don't think there's any real decision on when I'm back or anything like that."
"I was pretty confident I was going to be able to get through a practice and skate with the team. But you never know until you get into it, so I'm happy I was able to do that and participate and go the whole way."
Now, his status was confirmed.
Patrick Kane To Make Official Return Tonight Vs. Rangers
Indeed, Kane was at practice today and is expected to return to the lineup tonight, taking Jonatan Berggren's spot.
Tonight's game will be crucial for the Red Wings. With a win, the team would reach first place in the Atlantic Division, tied with the Montreal Canadiens at 20 points but with one more win.
Kane is eager to help his team, especially as he looks to gain rhythm and momentum to make the Olympics roster.
Previously on Red Wings Insider
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