Coach Dave Tippett said Hanzal (lower body) could resume skating Friday, Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic reports.

Coach Dave Tippett said Hanzal (lower body) could resume skating Friday, Sarah McLellan of the Arizona Republic reports.

Analysis:

Hanzal didn't make the trip with the Coyotes to Minnesota for Thursday's game, but the team seems to believe the forward is only in line for a short-term absence. While Hanzal's injury might not clear up in time for him to play Saturday against the Panthers, there's a good possibility he'll be back in action at some point next week.