Jimmy Howard will start in net for the Red Wings on Thursday against the Penguins, Ted Kulfan of The Detroit News reports.

Howard will start in net for the Red Wings on Thursday against the Penguins, Ted Kulfan of The Detroit News reports.

Analysis:

Howard returned to the ice Tuesday following a groin injury to the tune of 34 saves on 36 shots, resulting in an overtime loss. He will get the start again Thursday against the Penguins looking to improve on his 2-1-2 record.