Versteeg isn't expected to play tonight, but this is encouraging news that he isn't too far away from returning to the Panthers lineup.

Versteeg who missed the Panthers season opener with an undisclosed injury and won't play again tonight against the Sens. Tough start to the season for the winger who got off to such a hot start last season. Monitor his status to get a better idea of how injured he is, but he should be a solid fantasy contributer once he returns to the lineup.

Versteeg was one of fantasy hockey's best players at the start of last season posting 38 points in the first 38 games, but then him and his line mates went cold. The potential for a point-per-game season is there but that seems like a stretch. When healthy get him in your lineup, monitor his status as game time approaches tomorrow.

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***IN THE SLOT*** The Rick Nash watch is finally over! Nash became a NY Ranger for Brandon Dubinsky, Artem Anisimov, prospect D Tim Erixon and a 1st round pick in 2013. PRIME VIEWS will take an in-depth look later today. Kris Versteeg has signed a 4-year deal with the Florida Panthers avoiding arbitration. Versteeg had his career best season playing in only 71 games, beating out his previous high of 53 points in 78 games with the Chicago Blackhawks in 2008-2009. Versteeg showed instant chemistry playing on a line with Tomas Fleischmann and Stephen Weiss. Check out PRIME VIEWS later today for more in-depth analysis about this signing.

Versteeg is bumped down to the third line for tomorrow's game. He has 22 goals and 49 points in 63 games.

Versteeg moves back up to his normal line. Through 60 games, he scored 22 goals and 49 points.

Look for Versteeg to play on the third line tonight. The former Stanley Cup champion has 22 goals and 49 points in 59 games.

Sounds like Versteeg will play this weekend. The top line right wing has 22 goals and 49 points in 59 games.

Sounds like Versteeg is an option to return this week. The top line right wing has 22 goals and 49 points in 59 games.