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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.

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