Defenseman Ryan Ellis and forward Colton Sissons, who have both been on Injured Reserve with upper-body injuries since late November, could return to the Nashville Predators lineup tonight. Ellis and Sissons were activated off Injured Reserve on Tuesday afternoon.
Sissons skated on the fourth line during Monday's practice, while Ellis partnered with Roman Josi on the blue line. Nashville held an optional morning skate on Tuesday, prior to facing their Central Division brethren, the Blues, for the third time this season. The home team has won each of the first two meetings (Nov. 10: NSH 3, STL 1; Nov. 19: STL 3, NSH 1).
Below is a projected lineup based on Monday's practice lines:
Projected Lineup: Blues vs. Predators
Ellis, Sissons Look to Return to Preds Lineup as Nashville Hosts Rival
