Jose Theodore (knee) ended up remaining behind on Florida's trip to Washington because of the team's travel issues. "He's getting close, but if he wasn't going to play [Tuesday], he was better off staying at home," coach Kevin Dineen said. "We had a bit of a tough day, some technical difficulties with the plane. That happens." The Panthers bench boss said that Theodore was slated to skate on Tuesday and should be on the ice again on Wednesday. However, it is cloudy if he will be ready to play by Thursday against Los Angeles.

Jose Theodore (knee) accompanied the Panthers to Washington, D.C. as the team gets ready to play on Tuesday. It remains to be seen if Theodore will be available for that contest. Knee troubles have limited him to just two starts in 2012.

Jose Theodore (knee) wasn't on the ice Thursday. Theodore won't participate in Friday's game, but he might be back for Saturday's contest. He has a 2.50 GAA and .916 save percentage in 31 games this season.

Jose Theodore is apparently not over his knee issue and he will be forced to sit some additional time out. The Panthers will recall Brian Foster from the minors to back up Scott Clemmensen in the meantime. Theodore appeared in two games after returning from an 18-day layoff with a strained knee, but it turns out that the injury has continued to linger.

Coach Kevin Dineen still believes in Jose Theodore as his number one goaltender. He reiterated this point recently despite playing Scott Clemmensen in back-to-back games prior to the All-Star break. "I'm looking to win every game I can and [goaltender coach Robb Tallas] and I talk every day to try to build a consensus and decision who's going to get the net," said Dineen. "Sometimes that's a very easy decision to make. Other times, it's a challenge. Jose Theodore is our starter. We can't have success down the stretch without Jose playing good hockey."

Jose Theodore made 19 saves in the Panthers 3-1 loss to the Chicago Blackhawks. Theodore is the embodiment of the Panthers this season, a pleasant surprise. Theodore has put up solid numbers all year, and is a must start every night while the Panthers continue their push for the South East division title.

The Florida Panthers squandered a 3-1 lead in the third period Wednesday and allowed the Colorado Avalanche to come back and post a 4-3 win in overtime, but don't blame this one on Florida goalie Jose Theodore. Theodore played well, facing 44 Colorado shots. He hadn't played since Dec. 31 because of a knee injury.

Just to update an earlier item, Jose Theodore will get the start for Florida on Wednesday night. Adjust your lineup accordingly.

Jose Theodore (knee) has declared himself ready to play again. Coach Kevin Dineen hasn't named a starter yet for Wednesday's match-up against Colorado, but it appears to be probable that Theodore will get the call.

Jose Theodore (knee) is still waiting for clearance before he can return to Florida's lineup, but he looked good in Sunday's practice. "You try to be the best teammate you can, but when you're hurt, you don't feel like you are as much a part of the group," Theodore said. "This is hard. I want to get back as soon as possible." His time may come as soon as Monday's home game against Boston.