Capitals' T.J. Oshie: Could return to action Wednesday

Oshie (upper body) could return to the lineup Wednesday against the Penguins, J.J. Reagan of CSN Washington reports.

Analysis:

The reassignment of Paul Carey and Liam O'Brien to the AHL ranks without a supplemental call-up suggests that Oshie may be ready to return for a pivotal showdown against the division-rival Penguins. Oshie practiced before Monday's 4-1 win over the Canadiens, but was held out; that's the only game he's missed to this ailment. While his return is still up in the air, the stars are aligning for him to return fairly soon, so fantasy owners should be ready to get him back in their lineups.