Brock Faber Returns to Practice with Wild Following Skull Injury

Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber (skull) skated with his teammates for the first time Thursday, upgrading from solo skates. While his return to practice does not guarantee he will play against the San Jose Sharks on Friday, it marks a significant step forward for the blueliner. Whenever the 24-year-old Minnesota native receives full medical clearance, he is expected to reclaim his spot on the Wild's top pairing and No. 1 power-play unit.