Fri 9/23/11 12:52 PM

Marc Staal (concussion) might not fly with the New York Rangers when they leave for Europe on Monday. Staal could still head to Europe at a latter date and still participate in the season opener, but that doesn't necessarily mean that he will. Staal is like many players who have dealt with concussions in the sense that it's hard to accurately gauge how much time they might miss. The good news is he started skating on Tuesday, but he still hasn't been cleared for contact. Rangers coach John Tortorella said that Staal is "finishing up a number of different things with some specialists. Tests, trying to help things out." We'll keep you posted.