Athanasiou (wrist) was given the all-clear to resume practicing with AHL Rockford on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Athanasiou was sent down to the minors after going pointless through five NHL games but saw action in just three AHL games before suffering his wrist injury. The veteran forward was productive in those three appearances for the IceHogs, scoring twice. If he can rediscover that form, Athanasiou should be in contention to work his way back onto the NHL roster.