St. Louis Blues center Robert Thomas is set to return to action against the Minnesota Wild after recovering from a fractured right ankle that sidelined him for 12 games. Initially expected to miss at least six weeks, Thomas expressed frustration over his injury but is excited to rejoin his teammates.

Blues coach Drew Bannister praised Thomas's dedication to his recovery, noting that he appears to be in excellent shape. Before his injury, Thomas had six points in seven games, and he aims to ease back into the rhythm of the game, emphasizing the importance of simplicity in his return.