Per Detroit Hockey Now’s Kevin Allen:
J.T. Compher practiced with the Detroit Red Wings today and should be ready to play Saturday against the Tampa Bay Lightning (1 p.m., ABC).
Compher hasn’t played since Jan. 25 when he was injured on a hit by defenseman Emil Lilleberg. The Norwegian defenseman was suspended for two games for the hit, which earned him a penalty for interference. The added penalty came because it was a blow to the head, and it was late.
“In my mind (Compher is) cleared, he’s out there skating around,” Detroit coach Todd McLellan said. “I don’t know if the medical staff has signed off. If he doesn’t play on Saturday, I was wrong.”
Compher shows one goal and two points in his past 12 games, but coaches do appreciate his all-around game.
