Virtanen (rest) will be eased back into the lineup following his participation in the Junior World Championship with team Canada.

EDGE Analysis

Virtanen participated in an optional skate Wednesday, although coach Willie Desjardins stated his intention not to rush the 24-year-old back into the lineup following his hectic travel schedule. The winger has been slowly working his way back from a hip injury, including an AHL conditioning assignment. Virtanen scored four points in seven games with Canada.