Justin Faulk (ankle) won't play Tuesday against the Sabres, but hopes to get some games in before the season ends. "We hope to get him back soon," coach Bill Peters said. "He'll be a big boost, not only on our five-on-five play but on the power play."

Faulk (ankle) won't play Tuesday against the Sabres, but hopes to get some games in before the season ends. "We hope to get him back soon," coach Bill Peters said. "He'll be a big boost, not only on our five-on-five play but on the power play."

Analysis:

Faulk was back at practice Monday after missing 17 of the past 18 games with the injury, but is apparently not quite ready to rejoin the lineup. His next opportunity to do so will come Thursday against the Blue Jackets.