Rasmus Ristolainen Expected to Return from Injured Reserve on Wednesday

Philadelphia Flyers defenseman Rasmus Ristolainen (hand) is expected to make his return to the lineup Wednesday against the Edmonton Oilers, pending his formal activation off injured reserve. If Ristolainen plays, David Jiricek will likely be scratched. Through four appearances in the 2026-27 season, the 32-year-old blueliner has tallied one goal, seven hits, and seven blocked shots while serving as a key physical presence.