It is official. New Jersey Devils defenseman John Marino will return to the lineup on Saturday night against the Ottawa Senators.
The 26-year-old has missed four of the last five games with an upper-body injury.
“I’ve been in and out with injuries lately,” Marino said after the morning skate. “The guys have been playing really well lately. If I play tonight, hopefully, I can contribute where I can.”
Marino has appeared in 65 games this season and has 23 points (four goals, 19 assists). The North Easton, Massachusetts native is three points shy of matching his career-high 26 points.
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He will be part of the team’s top defensive pairing alongside Kevin Bahl. Luke Hughes will be paired with Nick DeSimone, and Brendan Smith will play with rookie Simon Nemec.
New Jersey’s blue line remains without Jonas Siegenthaler, who sustained a concussion against the New York Rangers. Dougie Hamilton, who has been sidelined since November 28 with a torn pectoral, remains a ways away from his return.
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Puck drop between the Devils and Senators is scheduled for 7:00 P.M. EST. The game will be broadcast on MSGN.
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