Panik was a healthy scratch for Tuesday's 5-2 loss to the Rangers.

EDGE Analysis

The return of Lars Eller from a lower-body injury and the strong recent play of Daniel Sprong were enough to force Panik out of the lineup. The 30-year-old winger isn't likely to spend much time in the press box, but with no points in his last six games and Washington's solid depth at right wing, Panik could have trouble receiving consistent ice time.