Kunitz, who missed Monday's practice with a maintenance day, took part in Tuesday's morning skate and will play against the Hurricanes.

EDGE Analysis

Pens coach Mike Sullivan continues to give his 36-year-old battering ram occasional days off in an effort to keep him fresh. Kunitz leads Pittsburgh with 162 hits and is on pace to shatter his career high of 211 (set in 2014-15). The left winger has scored only five goals and 13 points in 41 games, though the team has committed to Kunitz on the top line with Sidney Crosby and David Perron in recent action.