Jay Beagle (upper-body) was on the ice for Monday's practice, Chuck Gormley of CSN Washington reports.

Beagle (upper body) skated on his own after Monday's practice, Chuck Gormley of CSN Washington reports.

Analysis:

Beagle has missed the last five games with the ailment and is not expected to play in the Capitals' next game on Thursday, but is nearing a return. While the Caps will welcome the Alaskan's return to the lineup, his fantasy value is limited to deeper leagues unless he can find his way back onto a scoring line, which has happened occasionally this season.