Ekblad Returns to Panthers Lineup Monday After Illness

Aaron Ekblad (illness) participated in Monday's morning skate and is expected to return to the Florida Panthers' lineup against Nashville on Monday, according to Rob Darragh. He missed only one game due to the illness. This season, Ekblad has accumulated one goal, four assists, 33 shots on net, 29 blocked shots, and 23 hits across 20 appearances. His return means Donovan Sebrango will be a healthy scratch, and Uvis Balinskis will move back to the third defensive pairing.