Johnny Boychuk

Johnny Boychuk (upper body) expected to return to Islanders on Saturday

New York Islanders defenseman Johnny Boychuk (upper body) is expected to return on Saturday for a road contest against the Detroit Red Wings.

What It Means:

Boychuk was able to fully participate in Friday's practice. He last played on December 31. Prior to the injury, Boychuk scored three goals and 14 points in 38 contests.

We have Boychuk projected for three goals and eight assists over the final 26 games. Both his Relative Corsi For Percentage at Even Strength (-4.7) and his Corsi For Percentage (48.6) are his worst clips in any season with at least 10 games played.