Panthers' Aaron Ekblad: Spotted at practice

Ekblad (lower body) returned to practice Sunday, Jameson Olive of the Panthers' official site reports.

Ekblad's presence at Sunday's practice puts him on track to return to action for Game 1 versus Washington on Tuesday. The 26-year-old blueliner racked up 15 goals and 57 points through 61 contests during the regular season.