Red Wings' Andreas Athanasiou: Game-time call

Athanasiou (ribs) is shaping up to be a game-time decision against the Lightning on Thursday, Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press reports.

Athanasiou reportedly was involved in a rotation with Ben Street for morning skate line rushes. Captivating the masses with his blazing front-line speed and great hands, the second-year winger chipped in two goals and an assist in the pair of games that preceded his injury. He'll be an intriguing value pick in the season's final games, provided he can return to full strength.