Kreider (upper body) has been medically cleared to play, Brian Heyman of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Rangers coach Alain Vigneault said Kreider could make his long-awaited return either Friday against the Wild or Sunday's clash with the Red Wings -- both home games. However, the American winger who's potted 11 goals and just as many helpers through 37 games technically remains on injured reserve.