Veteran defenseman suddenly has a starring role as Nashville looks to wrap up series with Red Wings More

Decision on veteran defenseman's status will be made prior to Game 5 on Friday More

Nashville has a 3-1 series lead for the first time, the opportunity to advance with a victory at home Friday More

Veteran defenseman scores one goal, prevents another in Nashville's first playoff win at Joe Louis Arena More

Increased traffic at the front of the net an expressed goal for both teams in Game 2 More

Nashville captain not concerned about supplemental discipline for roughing penalty at final horn More

Gabriel Bourque becomes second Nashville rookie ever to score two goals in a postseason contest More

Possible alternates Ellis, Hillen don’t offer comparable size or postseason experience on the blue line More

Veteran defenseman has not worked or played with the rest of the team since late last week More

Veteran center excelled early in 2011 postseason despite debilitating shoulder injury, other issues More