NASHVILLE -- Nashville Predators forward James Neal will return to the lineup against the Vancouver Canucks on Tuesday at Bridgestone Arena.


Neal missed the past five games because of a lower-body injury; he will play Tuesday on a line with Colin Wilson and Mike Fisher. Neal has 13 goals and 10 assists in 35 games.

"I've felt good for the last few days so it's nice to be back and skating with the guys," Neal said. "I'm feeling better so I'm looking forward to tonight."

source: http://www.nhl.com/gamecenter/en/preview?id=2014020636


I'm not all that familiar with James Neal, I mean I know of his accomplishments and stats but hes often been overlooked because of the stars he plays beside. His numbers are down slightly this year but that could be a result of his not playing alongside the likes of Crosby and Malkin. Honestly with all the players getting hurt or taking leave, its just good to write about a player who is returning to the Ice.