Tatar (illness) is expected to play Friday against the Sabres, Ansar Khan of MLive.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Tatar was a last-minute scratch for Wednesday's game against St. Louis due to an illness, but was able to practice Thursday, which is an encouraging indication of his potential availability for Friday's contest. Expect an update on the 25-year-old winger's status ahead of puck drop Friday evening.