Stepan took line rushes during pregame warmups which indicates he will be in New York's lineup for Thursday's tilt against the Coyotes, Steve Zipay of Newsday reports.

EDGE Analysis

Despite undergoing several oral surgical procedures Wednesday, Stepan will take the ice for Thursday's matchup with Arizona. The outstanding 25-year-old will slot into his usual role centering Rick Nash and Mats Zuccarello on the Rangers' top line.