P.K. Subban (neck), who was considered an option to return Thursday, has now been ruled out for the contest in Detroit.

Subban (neck), who was considered an option to return Thursday in Detroit, has now been ruled out for the contest.

Analysis:

While Subban's yet to return from a scary neck injury March 10 that caused him to leave on a stretcher after a collision with teammate Alexei Emelin, it appears as though he's on the cusp. The Habs would certainly love to have the services of their star defenseman, but he will need to rest at least a few more days and will instead aim for a return Saturday against the Rangers.