Devils' Johansson activated from IR after missing 31 games

The waiting is finally over.

New Jersey Devils forward Marcus Johansson appears ready to return to the lineup, and has been activated from injured reserve after missing 31 games with a concussion.

Johansson suffered the injury in late January when he was on the receiving end of an elbow from Brad Marchand. The Boston Bruins winger was suspended five games as a result of the incident, a punishment that Johansson felt did not fit the crime.

On Sunday, Johansson traveled to Montreal with the Devils for their contest against the Canadiens.

In 29 games this season, Johansson recorded five goals and nine assists.

The Devils acquired Johansson from the Washington Capitals last offseason.