Oilers' Ethan Bear: May return Tuesday

Bear (head) practiced with the team Tuesday, indicating that he may draw into the lineup for Tuesday's game versus the Canucks.

Bear will need to be activated from injured reserve before returning to the lineup. The 23-year-old has made strong progress, and he'll be evaluated during the afternoon to determine his status for Tuesday's game. If Bear's able to play, he should handle his typical role on the blue line, including power-play duties.