Sergei Gonchar (upper body) will likely be back in the lineup for Saturday's game against Toronto, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Gonchar (upper body) will likely be back in the lineup for Saturday's game against Toronto, Renaud Lavoie of TVA Sports reports.

Analysis:

The decision to demote Jarred Tinordi to AHL Hamilton indicates that Gonchar is finally ready to return from the injury that has held him out since Feb. 14. Look for Gonchar to be formally activated from injured reserve following Saturday's morning skate.