According to Michael Smith of the Hurricanes' official site, Slavin is on the ice for Saturday's morning skate, indicating he's cleared the NHL's COVID-19 protocols.

EDGE Analysis

Slavin missed Thursday's game against Tampa Bay due to the NHL's COVID-19 protocols, but he's on track to return to a top-pairing role for Saturday's matchup with Dallas. The 26-year-old American has picked up one helper while posting a plus-3 rating through three games this campaign.