Middleton (upper body) will return to the lineup Sunday against Nashville, according to Michael Russo of The Athletic.

EDGE Analysis

Middleton will be back alongside Brock Faber on the top pairing following a two-game absence. The 28-year-old Middleton has 20 points, 70 PIM, 69 shots on goal, 130 blocked shots and 127 hits over 62 games this season. Dakota Mermis will be a healthy scratch Sunday because of Middleton's return.