Penguins goalie Matt Murray close to return

PITTSBURGH

Penguins goaltender Matt Murray looks ready to return from a concussion that’s kept him out for the past three weeks.

Murray practiced with his teammates on Monday and could be available on Tuesday night when the two-time defending Stanley Cup champions visit the New York Islanders.

Coach Mike Sullivan said Murray looked strong during Pittsburgh’s workout. Murray hasn’t played since taking a shot off his mask in practice late last month.

The Penguins created a spot for Murray on the roster on Monday when they reassigned Tristan Jarry to the club’s American Hockey League affiliate in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton. Jarry split starts with Casey DeSmith during Murray’s absence.

The Penguins trail first-place Washington by two points in the Metropolitan Division with 10 games left in the regular season.

From staff and wire reports