Studnicka said that he lost 12 pounds during his illness last week, Randip Janda of Sportsnet reports.

EDGE Analysis

Studnicka was back at practice Thursday, seeing third line action between Brock Boeser and Vasily Podkolzin. Studnicka has four goals and six points in 30 games this season. Look for Studnicka to return to action Saturday in Philadelphia.