The Red Wings are hoping to get Abdelkader (lower body) back into the lineup ahead of the All-Star break, which commences next Saturday.

EDGE Analysis

Detroit has four games on the schedule before the All-Star fun begins, so there's a chance that Abdelkader could be rendered useful -- even in weekly settings -- ahead of such action. A fearless utility man, Abdelkader has pitched in eight goals, and 13 assists to match his points total in 23 fewer games than last season.