Blues' Shattenkirk to return Saturday
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St. Louis, MO (SportsNetwork.com) - St. Louis Blues defenseman Kevin Shattenkirk is set to return for Saturday's game against Columbus after missing nearly two months with an abdominal injury.
Shattenkirk was hurt during a Feb. 1 game against Washington and underwent surgery a few days later. He has missed 25 games and practiced with his teammates on Friday.
"I've done what I've got to do rehab-wise," said Shattenkirk on Friday. "It's time to jump back into it."
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Shattenkirk will likely see limited minutes Saturday in his return. He is expected to play on the third defensive pairing with Barret Jackman.
"I'm ready to go," the All-Star added Friday. "I had a really good practice today. I felt good out there."
Shattenkirk has eight goals and 32 assists in 49 games this season.