Although he's been back skating with the team, Teddy Blueger, who has been out for two weeks with an upper-body injury, will not be available for the Penguins' regular-season opener Thursday night against the Coyotes here at PPG Paints Arena.
Blueger participated in Thursday's optional morning skate, albeit once again in a gray non-contact jersey. Following the skate, Mike Sullivan said Blueger's status has not changed.
Following practice on Wednesday, Blueger spoke with the media for the first time since his injury occurred. Blueger said he's not exactly sure how long it might be before he takes the next step in his return to play and that, while he hasn't had a setback, he's been frustrated with the healing process.