Thompson will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's tilt against the Lightning, NHL.com's Abbey Mastracco reports.

EDGE Analysis

Thompson was reportedly "grinning from ear-to-ear" when telling reporters he was a game-time decision Wednesday, indicating he might be closer to probable than questionable. If he's able to go, Wednesday would represent the 31-year-old grinder's season debut, as Thompson has been out since undergoing shoulder surgery to repair two labral tears in June. Thompson will likely slot in as a bottom-six forward upon his return to game action.