Carter Ashton eligible to rejoin Maple Leafs' practice

Has Carter Ashton been rewarded for good behavior?

Three-quarters of the way through his 20-game sentence for violating terms of the NHL's performance-enhancing substances program, Ashton has been made eligible to practice with the Toronto Maple Leafs, according to Leafs TV's Paul Hendrick.

The depth forward was suspended on Nov. 6 and did not appeal the decision despite claims that the substance was ingested using an inhaler to treat his asthma. 

Ashton featured in three games - failing to register a point - before the positive test. 

He is eligible to return Dec. 20 against the Philadelphia Flyers.