Hayes gathered an assist in Saturday's win over the Flyers. Saturday's game marked Hayes' third appearance of the season, as he's typically been a healthy scratch for the Panthers. He was able to work his way back into the lineup against the Flyers after an assortment of injuries compromised the team's depth. While Hayes could maintain a regular role in the short-term while the Panthers wait for some healthy players to return, he only saw bottom-six minutes in Saturday's victory, making it unlikely that he provides points with much frequency.