Jets' Laine cleared to practice
Patrik Laine's return to the lineup appears imminent.
Following the team's 5-3 win over the St. Louis Blues on Saturday afternoon, Winnipeg Jets head coach Paul Maurice gave an update on the team's star rookie, stating all restrictions will be removed and the 18-year-old will return to full practice on Sunday, according to TSN's Gary Lawless.
Laine has missed the team's last seven games after suffering a concussion following a devastating hit from Buffalo Sabres defenseman Jake McCabe back on Jan. 7.
The Jets have gone 3-3-1 in Laine's absence.
Meanwhile Laine now sits one goal and one point behind Toronto Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews in the rookie scoring race.
The Jets will practice Sunday and return to game action on Monday when they host the Anaheim Ducks.