Tanev (ankle) will make his long-awaited return against the Lightning on Friday after missing 20 consecutive outings.
Analysis:
Tanev has been out of the lineup since Nov. 2 against the Canadiens. Prior to getting hurt, the blueliner was averaging 20:10 of ice time per contest, including 2:15 on the penalty kill. The 26-year-old has tallied a lone assist through seven contests this year and may struggle to repeat his 18-point 2015-16 campaign after missing so much time.
