Dobson (lower body) skated Friday and is expected to play in the evening against Pittsburgh, Brian Compton of NHL.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Dobson missed Wednesday's loss to the Rangers, but he's slated to return after a one-game absence. The depleted Islanders could use all the help they can get as they look to snap a seven-game losing streak and pick up their first win at UBS Arena. Dobson's return will likely bump either Paul LaDue or Grant Hutton from the lineup.