Thomas Vanek took a puck to the hand and suffered a thumb injury, Michael Russo of the Star Tribune reports.

Vanek was hit with a puck and suffered a thumb injury Sunday, Michael Russo of the Star Tribune reports.

Analysis:

He missed most of the second period with the injury, but did return to the game. Vanek's return does not necessarily mean he will be ready to go for the Wild's next game on Thursday, but it's a good sign that he was able to handle the pain shortly after the incident.