Paul Byron (lower body) took part in Wednesday's optional skate, the first time he's practiced without the supervision of athletic therapists since suffering his injury mid-January.
Byron (lower body) took part in Wednesday's optional skate, the first time he's practiced without the supervision of athletic therapists since suffering his injury mid-January.
Analysis:
Byron's presence at practice without supervision is a positive sign for his return, particularly after the Habs lost Brian Flynn for six-to-eight weeks with a lower-body injury. Byron said he'll practice with the full team Thursday and will travel to Buffalo for Friday's game against the Sabres.