Avalanche's Gabriel Landeskog: Practices in non-contact garb

Landeskog (lower body) donned a non-contact jersey at Monday's practice, Rick Sadowksi of NHL.com reports.

Landeskog will still need to take contact before he can return to game action, but this is a major step in the right direction for the star winger. Colorado's captain hasn't played since Oct. 26, having notched three goals and four assists in 11 appearances this season.