Zajac was removed from the NHL's COVID-19 protocols list Wednesday, Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

Zajac didn't make the trip to Boston for Thursday night's matchup with the Bruins, but he could return to the lineup as soon as Saturday against the Sabres. The 35-year-old forward potted two goals in the first seven games of the campaign before entering the league's virus protocols.