Allen will patrol the blue paint for Thursday's road matchup with Carolina.

EDGE Analysis

Allen has been inconsistent since returning from injury, having posted a 2-2-2 record and .920 save percentage while also allowing four or more goals on three occasions. With upcoming games against Carolina and Tampa Bay, the 31-year-old netminder will likely face significant rubber and will be hard-pressed to pick up wins against two of the top five teams in the NHL standings.