Avalanche's Stuart will not play Tuesday vs. Panthers

Colorado Avalanche defenseman Brad Stuart will be scratched for Tuesday's game against the Panthers, Drew Spevak of ESPNDenver.com reports.

Analysis:

With Tyson Barrie set to return from his three-game suspension Tuesday night against the Panthers, Colorado is no longer in need of Stuart's services on the blue line. It will likely require another injury or suspension for Stuart to draw back into the Avalanche's lineup.