Anton Volchenkov participated in Saturday's practice after missing Thursday's skate. Officially, Volchenkov didn't practice on Thursday because he was "resting." He's expected to play in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Anton Volchenkov did not practice on Thursday because a team spokesperson said he was "resting." Volchenkov briefly left Tuesday's series-clinching contest against Philadelphia following a hit from Philadelphia's Zac Rinaldo, but he returned and finished the match. He'll probably be available for the third round of the postseason, but we'll keep you posted if we hear otherwise.

Anton Volchenkov was rocked on a big hit from Philadelphia's Zac Rinaldo in Game 5 Tuesday night, but was able to return shortly afterward. He was assessed on the ice for a few minutes before heading back to the dressing room for some quiet room treatment. Volchenkov was able to return before the opening period was done and he ended up with nearly 15 minutes of ice time on the night. He has one assist, 28 hits, 13 blocks and a plus-5 rating in 12 postseason contests.

Anton Volchenkov was plus-two in the Devils' 4-0 victory on Thursday after struggling earlier in the first round. Of the 10 goals New Jersey allowed in their first three playoff games, Volchenkov was on the ice for nine of them. However, he logged a series-high 16:19 minutes on Thursday and still has an even rating in the playoffs.

Anton Volchenkov (flu) took part in the Devils' practice on Monday. Volchenkov didn't play in New Jersey's season finale, but we'd be surprised if he ended up missing Game 1 of their first round series. He is projected to serve on the third defensive pairing with Peter Harrold.

Anton Volchenkov will return to action on Thursday after missing the last two games with a lower-body injury. Get him back in your lineup if your club relies on his hits (166) or his blocked shots (120).

Anton Volchenkov skated on his own Wednesday after keeping off the ice the last two days because of a lower-body injury. The injury has also prevented him from playing New Jersey's last two games and a decision on his status for Thursday's game against Tampa Bay will be made tomorrow.

New Jersey Devils defenseman Anton Volchenkov couldn't play on Sunday because of a lower-body injury. It's been a rocky time for the rugged defenseman really every since he left the Ottawa Senators for the Devils via free agency. Perhaps it boils down to his tendency to block shots or just bad luck, but this is his second notable injury of 2011-12.

Anton Volchenkov returned to action on Tuesday February 21.

Anton Volchenkov (mouth) will probably play on Tuesday. Volchenkov didn't participate in Monday's practice after he was hit in the mouth by the puck during Sunday's game. "It feels pretty good," Volchenkov said. "I feel swelling, but it doesn't really hurt me, but it actually feels pretty good. No headache, nothing."