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Red Wings' Datsyuk expected to return to lineup after 4-game absence

Reuters

The Detroit Red Wings appear set to welcome Pavel Datsyuk back to the lineup yet again.

Datsyuk practiced with the team at the morning skate in advance of Wednesday's game against the Philadelphia Flyers and was slotted into the second power-play unit by head coach Mike Babcock.

As such, Babcock confirmed the dynamic forward will be able to play against the Flyers following a four-game absence due to a nagging groin injury.

Datsyuk has been limited to 10 games this season, with five goals and six assists to his credit during that span.

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