Sharks' Tomas Hertl: Questionable for Game 5

Hertl (lower body) has not been ruled out for Game 5 on Thursday against the Penguins, Stephen Whyno of the Associated Press reports.

Coach Peter DeBoer told reporters that Hertl continues to improve and that he is not "ruling him out for any games". Even if the talented winger can return to the lineup, it may be too little, too late for the Sharks who need to climb out of a 3-1 series deficit. With 11 points in 20 postseason contests, the 22-year-old will certainly make an impact if he is healthy enough to return Thursday. If not, expect veteran Dainius Zubrus to continue logging minutes in relief.