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Alexander Steen (illness) was on the ice prior to Thursday's optional morning skate, but didn't take part in the team portion, NHL.com's Lou Korac reports.

Steen (illness) was on the ice prior to Thursday's optional morning skate, but didn't take part in the team portion, NHL.com's Lou Korac reports.

Analysis:

Steen was forced out of Wednesday's practice while battling the flu, so his return to the ice in some capacity Thursday would seem to show that he's made some progress. However, with coach Ken Hitchcock yet to announce whether Steen will be available for Thursday's tilt with the Canucks, the forward should be viewed as a game-time decision at this juncture.

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