Skating for the first time since early October, a player returned to the lineup and paired with another skater in place of an injured teammate who was scratched. The lineup shift saw a familiar face back on the ice, though details on performance remain limited. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the change impacts the team’s momentum. The article provides early insights into the team’s adjustments following the injury.

Jonathan Aspirot also entered the lineup for the first time since Oct. 3 and skated on the second pair with Will Borgen in place of Nikita Zadorov, who was scratched. Aspirot finished the night with ...