Rangers coach Alain Vigneault expects Brassard (undisclosed) to play Thursday night against the Islanders.

EDGE Analysis

Brassard's availability for the cross-state match was originally in question after he reportedly took a day off for maintenance Wednesday. It does not appear that Brassard is in much danger of missing Thursday's contest, but cautious fantasy owners would be wise to circle back when the Blueshirts take warmups to confirm whether he's officially activated.