Flanking the Florida Panthers as they wrap up a challenging back-to-back set, defenseman MacKenzie Weegar is expected to be out, paving the way for the return of veteran defenseman Radko Gudas' teammate, Gustav Forsling's fellow countryman, and former NHL All-Star, Dmitry Kulikov. The 33-year-old blueliner is set to rejoin the Panthers' lineup after serving a four-game suspension for a hit on Boston's Jake DeBrusk. Kulikov's return comes at a crucial time as the Panthers face off against the Pittsburgh Penguins, a team that has been on a tear lately, making for an intense matchup. With Kulikov's experience and skills back on the ice, the Panthers will be looking to bounce back from a tough few games and make a statement against a top contender in the league.
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