Appleton (wrist) will accompany the Jets on the road even though he isn't close to returning to the lineup, Mitchell Clinton of the Jets' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Winnipeg will begin a five-game road trip in Montreal on Tuesday. Appleton will continue to work his way back from wrist surgery and skate with the team. He was projected to be sidelined for 8-12 weeks after getting hurt Nov. 13 against Seattle. Appleton has six points, 23 shots on goal and 26 hits in 14 appearances this season.