Mikko Rantanen is expected to make his return to the Colorado Avalanche lineup tonight when the Avs host the Chicago Blackhawks in a Division Rivalry matchup.
Rantanen has missed the past 16 games with a lower-body injury that he suffered at the St. Louis Blues on Oct. 21 but has been a full participant in practice since Tuesday.
The Nousiainen, Finland, native was tied for the club lead in points (12), goals (five) and game-winners (two) in nine games at the time of his injury.
Projected Lineup: Avalanche vs. Blackhawks
Mikko Rantanen expected to return to lineup
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