Capitals' Matt Niskanen: Back in action

Niskanen (lower body) will play Thursday night against the Islanders, Isabelle Khurshudyan of The Washington Post reports.

Analysis:

Niskanen has been able to play every game this year, which is huge for the Capitals, as he's capable of logging heavy minutes from the back line. The 29-year-old has nine assists over 21 contests, but he's still looking for that elusive first goal of the season.