Detroit Red Wings returns to team after time in the League's Player Assistance Program
Detroit Red Wings� forward Jakob Vrana returned to practice Friday after being reinstated by the NHL/NHLPA Player Assistance Program.
Vrana entered the program on Oct. 19 after appearing in two games with the Red Wings this season. In those two games Vrana had a goal and an assist.
The NHL and NHL Players Association said in a joint release:
«The National Hockey League and National Hockey League Players' Association announced today that Detroit Red Wings forward Jakub Vrana has been returned to available status and has entered the follow-up care phase of the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program."
Vrana's care continues to be administered pursuant to the player assistance program.»
The 26 year old only played 26 games last season after injuring his shoulder during training camp. The injury required surgery. He scored 13 goals and 19 points last season.
Vrana registered 98 goals and 189 points in 323 career games split between the Capitals and Red Wings.
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With Jakob Vrana returning can the Red Wings get into the playoffs? | ||
| Yes, right in the hunt. Vrana will push them over | 5 | 21.7 % |
| No, really good team but will fall short | 6 | 26.1 % |
| Going to come down to the wire. Red Wings are back | 12 | 52.2 % |
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