Simon Despres, who took a hit from behind during Sunday's win over the Blue Jackets, is being evaluated for a concussion, Josh Yohe of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

Despres, who took a hit from behind during Sunday's win over the Blue Jackets, is being evaluated for a concussion, Josh Yohe of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review reports.

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Coach Mike Johnston suggested it was just a precautionary measure at this point, but the results of Despres' tests should become available by Tuesday. The blueliner hasn't yet been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Avalanche.