Martin Hanzal (back) indicated Monday that he's progressing well from back surgery and expects to be ready for the start of training camp, Craig Morgan of FOX Sports Arizona reports.

Hanzal (back) indicated Monday that he's progressing well from back surgery and expects to be ready for the start of training camp, Craig Morgan of FOX Sports Arizona reports.

Analysis:

Hanzal played his last game Jan. 29 before undergoing surgery in February, with his absence weakening a Coyotes forward corps that was already woefully short on impact players. The 28-year-old, who compiled eight goals and 24 points in 37 games over the past season, is probably still in line for a second- or third-line role with the Coyotes heading into 2015-16, but will require a serious upgrade in linemates in order to attain fantasy appeal outside of deeper formats.