Benoit Pouliot (lower body) returned to practice Thursday.

Pouliot (lower body) returned to practice Thursday, Tom Gazzola of Oilers TV reports.

Analysis:

Pouliot was placed on injured reserve Saturday, but is eligible to return to action once healthy, so his return to practice Thursday bodes well for his chances of playing Friday against the Rangers. The 29-year-old winger's availability should be confirmed prior to puck drop Friday evening.