Justin Abdelkader (upper body) practiced Monday and is on pace to play in Tuesday's game, Ansar Khan of MLive reports.

Abdelkader (upper body) practiced Monday and is on pace to play in Tuesday's game, Ansar Khan of MLive reports.

Analysis:

Abdelkader has been out the month of December with a shoulder injury, but appears ready to return. He's been surprisingly productive when in the lineup this season, with seven goals and 15 points in 24 games.