Heponiemi was recalled from the taxi squad and is expected to play Saturday versus the Hurricanes, Steve Goldstein of Fox Sports Florida reports.

EDGE Analysis

Heponiemi will draw into a fourth-line position in place of Patric Hornqvist for Saturday's contest. The 22-year-old Heponiemi has made two previous appearances this season, logging four shots on goal and a minus-3 rating.