Michael Raffl (ankle) was activated from injured reserve Wednesday in advance of the Flyers' game against the Red Wings.

Raffl (ankle) was activated from injured reserve Wednesday in advance of the Flyers' game against the Red Wings.

Analysis:

The 25-year-old enjoyed a spot on the top line with Claude Giroux and Jakub Voracek prior to missing the past eight games with the injury, but it looks like Raffl will settle in on the Flyers' second trio in his return Wednesday. Chris VandeVelde (lower body) was moved to IR to open up a roster spot for Raffl.