Aaron Ekblad (concussion) will return to action Friday against Chicago, George Richards of the Miami Herald reports.

Ekblad (concussion) will return to action Friday against Chicago, George Richards of the Miami Herald reports.

Analysis:

Ekblad missed the previous four contests for the Panthers, all of which ended in defeat. The blueliner was in the midst of a six-game goalless streak when he was injured. On the year, the 19-year-old has nine scores and 10 helpers in 42 outings.