Erik Gudbranson (upper body) will likely rejoin his teammates in game action Thursday against the Coyotes, Jameson Olive of Fox Sports Florida reports.

Gudbranson (upper body) will likely rejoin his teammates in game action Thursday against the Coyotes, Jameson Olive of Fox Sports Florida reports.

Analysis:

Not much of an offensive threat, Gudbranson has just six points in 51 games this season with the Panthers. He does provide more of a physical presence (127 hits), but that doesn't impact the vast majority of fantasy leagues. The team will need to activate the defenseman in advance of his return, so expect another update when or if that happens.