Mike Ribeiro (slight MCL tear) shouldn't be counted on to play Friday. "Ribs is still sore," Stars coach Glen Gulutzan said. "He'll be another few more days. You can expect him before somebody else, that's the way Ribby is, but he's had a significant injury, so he'll be a few more days." Given that assessment, we would be surprised if he plays on Monday or Tuesday, although he might return on January 20th.