He’s still going to be a game-time decision, but if Staal had his way he’d be playing tonight against the Canadiens. Per Chris Stevenson:
“We’re talking to the doctors and we’re talking to Jordan. It’s about being comfortable in the (skate) boot. There can’t be any damage to the procedure. it’s about getting comfortable with pushing off,” said Penguins coach Dan Bylsma.
No one will say exactly how bad the cut to the tendon on top of his foot is, but it seems as though not only is Staal close to playing but he could be more than just an extra body on the ice. He’s just as valuable to this team as Crosby and Malkin, and having him back on the ice will be dangerous for the Canadiens.