Devils' Nathan Bastian: Won't return Friday

Bastian (upper body) isn't in the lineup for Friday's game against Buffalo, per Amanda Stein of the Devils' official site.

Bastian will miss his sixth consecutive contest. He has six goals, 12 points, 31 PIM and 90 hits in 39 appearances this season. When Bastian is ready to return, he'll likely serve in a bottom-six capacity.