For the first time in ages, the Nashville Predators will sport a 23-man Active Roster without anybody on Injured Reserve, as Nick Spaling has been activated for tonight’s game against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Spals is set to achieve new highs in goals, assists and total points this season (he’s currently tied with his production from 2011-12) but has been out since January 31st. As a player headed to Restricted Free Agency this summer, this last quarter of the season provides an opportunity to either earn another year in Nashville, or make an impression on GM’s around the league.
Now that the team is back to 23 skaters, the decisions will get very interesting as to who gets scratched each night. Who gets your vote for tonight’s contest vs the Penguins?