Jordie Benn missed Thursday's practice with an illness but is expected to play Friday against the Flames, Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Benn missed Thursday's practice with an illness, but is expected to play Friday against the Flames, Mike Heika of the Dallas Morning News reports.

Analysis:

Assuming Benn rejoins the team for its morning skate Friday, he'll likely be given clearance to play. The blueliner has no goals, six assists and a minus-7 rating over 26 games this season.