Hoffman (lower body) is in the lineup for Sunday's road matchup with Panthers, Bruce Garrioch of Postmedia reports.

EDGE Analysis

Hoffman took line rushes and is poised to return to the lineup after a two-game absence. He is slated to be on Ottawa's top line alongside Zack Smith and Kyle Turris. Hoffman posted a goal, an assist, and a plus-4 rating in his last five games before getting hurt, so he'll look to keep up the all-around efficiency Sunday.