Barbashev cleared the NHL's COVID-19 protocols Thursday, per Jim Thomas of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

EDGE Analysis

Barbashev logged three goals and eight assists in his nine December performances prior to entering the league's COVID-19 protocols. The 26-year-old has taken a major step forward this season after recording just 13 points through 42 games last season. He will look to continue his red hot production against the Wild on Saturday.