Arron Asham and Ryane Clowe weren't on the ice for New York's pregame warmup.
It wasn't clear if Asham and Clowe would be in the lineup Thursday for Game 4 following a question-filled morning skate, but now it looks like they won't suit up. Marc Staal and Anton Stralman shouldn't be expected to play either after they didn't come out for the warmup as well.

Arron Asham wasn't sure if he was playing in Game 4 following the team's morning skate.
Kris Newbury and Micheal Haley were also involved in the Rangers' practice, so one or both of them could be playing Thursday instead. Brad Richards will be a healthy scratch, but it isn't clear who will be replacing him in the lineup.

Arron Asham scored what is considered the game-winning goal in the Rangers' 5-0 triumph in Game 7.
Asham now has a team-leading two goals in the playoffs despite averaging 6:22 per game. It was his slapshot in the first period that began the scoring. The 35-year-old has 11 career playoff goals in 69 games. "I don't think the coach is expecting me to go out there and dangle five guys and roof one," Asham joked. "I play a simple game. I get the puck in, I use my forecheck and whenever the guys get it to me, I try to get it on net the best I can."

Arron Asham was activated from the IL on Sunday March 24.

Arron Asham looks ready to return from an extended absence due to a back injury.
It appears that Jeff Halpern's roster spot should be taken by Asham as soon as Sunday. However, the tough guy has no fantasy value.

Arron Asham is targeting Sunday's game against Washington as a possible return date from his back injury.
"Yeah I think I'm a few games away, maybe Sunday," Asham said. "I've got three good skates in right now and everything is feeling pretty good. I've just got to get my wind going and I should be fine." He hasn't played since Feb. 19.

Arron Asham participated in the team's morning skate Monday and feels close to being able to return from a back injury.
"Right now, I feel my back would hold up through a game," he said. "It's just getting back into game shape." Monday marked the first time he skated with his teammates since last Wednesday's practice at Winnipeg. Asham has sat out 13 straight games.

Arron Asham missed Thursday night's game against the Ottawa Senators with an undisclosed injury.
It's not considered to be serious, but we'll sideline him just to be safe. He has no fantasy value.

Arron Asham returned to action on Saturday January 26.

Arron Asham (groin) isn't ready to return to New York's lineup on Thursday night.
He won't face the Philadelphia Flyers and missed Wednesday's game against Boston, so a couple of games where he could've gotten penalty minutes have fallen down the drain. He tested his mild groin strain on Thursday morning and is hoping that he'll be able to play Saturday against the Maple Leafs. Kris Newbury, who was recently recalled from the minors, will play in his place.

Arron Asham missed Wednesday's game against the Bruins with a mild groin strain.
The tough guy is considered day to day. Stu Bickel took his spot on the fourth line.

Arron Asham is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game versus Boston because of a mild groin strain.
If he can't play then Stu Bickel will likely move from defense to the fourth line to take his place and defenseman Steve Eminger will dress for the first time this season on the back end.

Arron Asham missed New York Rangers practice Tuesday with a mild groin strain.
In a normal season, this wouldn't be a big deal, but in the lockout-shortened season, groin strains and the like are going to be treated with more care than usual. Asham should be OK to play Wednesday, but check back after tomorrow's morning skate to be sure.

Having finished his suspension from the playoffs, Arron Asham is set to join the New York Rangers lineup on Sunday night.
He'll play against his former team, the Pittsburgh Penguins. Perhaps that will increase the odds of him dropping the gloves, then?

Arron Asham still has one game left to serve on his four-game ban, which stems from Game 3 of the 2012 playoffs.
The former Pittsburgh forward cross-checked Flyers forward Brayden Schenn in the face. Asham will be eligible to return when the Rangers host the Penguins in their home opener on Sunday night.