Johnson (undisclosed) returned to the ice on Wednesday in regular gear, Bryan Burns of TampaBayLightning.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

After suffering an unknown injury on Saturday, which caused him to leave after playing just two shifts, Johnson's return to the practice rink ahead of Thursday's season opener is a big boon to the Lightning. Johnson tallied 72 points in 77 regular season games last season and is integral to the team's success.