It's been nearly 16 months since Andrei Markov lasted played in an NHL game. Markov has been sidelined since Nov. 13, 2010. "I feel better," Markov said. "It's not easy, believe me. I have no choice. I have to be patient. I knew it was going to be a tough recovery from the surgery. I was kind of ready for that. I just have to take it one day at a time." Markov has skated with the Canadiens recently, but his return doesn't appear to be imminent.