The Panthers recalled Rau from AHL Springfield on Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Jussi Jokinen (knee) is considered questionable for Saturday's game against Colorado, so Rau will act as an insurane police in case Jokinen isn't able to go against the Avalanche. Rau was a decent contributor in the minors last season, totaling 31 points (17 goals, 14 assists) over 63 games with AHL Portland, but failed to tally a single point in nine games with the Panthers in 2015-16.