Lemieux (lower body) skated Thursday at practice, Zach Dooley of the Kings' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Lemieux hasn't played since Nov. 12 when he suffered the injury against the Red Wings. He'll miss his ninth straight game Thursday, but it's possible the 26-year-old winger is close to being activated from injured reserve. He'd likely see a fourth-line role once he's back in action.