The Golden Knights took two more steps toward a full roster Thursday.
Forward James Neal and goaltender Malcolm Subban practiced without restrictions at City National Arena and could be in the lineup Friday against the Minnesota Wild at T-Mobile Arena. Coach Gerard Gallant said a decision will be made as to the duo’s availability after Friday’s morning skate.
“It’s always tough when you’re sitting out,” said Subban, who sustained an upper-body injury Feb. 8 and last played Feb. 2 against the Wild, losing 5-2. “You don’t want to be out for a long period of time.”
The team gave Marc-Andre Fleury Thursday off after he allowed four goals in 11 shots and was pulled 2:31 into the second period of Wednesday’s 8-3 loss to New Jersey.