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Frans Nielsen is taking part in the Islanders morning skate Tuesday, according to the Newsday's Arthur Staple.

Nielsen (ankle) is taking part in morning skate Tuesday, reports Newsday's Arthur Staple.

Analysis:

While taking part in the morning skate is obviously an encouraging sign, it doesn't mean that he will play Tuesday night versus the Coyotes. The Isles are a depleted group right now, as they've suffered several injuries at forward. They're likely to go with 11 forwards and seven defensemen if Nielsen can't go, so the Isles will do everything they can to get him into the lineup.

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