Ågren Back in Team Practice, Sveningsson Ready for AIK

IK’s injury situation is improving. According to Barometern-OT, Manuel Ågren took part in his first team practice since being sidelined on Tuesday and also joined the five-on-five drills. However, the newspaper reports that there will be no immediate comeback, meaning IK will have to manage without the forward in games for a while longer. The news on Filip Sveningsson is more immediate. Barometern-OT reports that the forward will return against AIK—a welcome addition for IK as soon as the next team selection. For Ågren, returning to team practice and five-on-five play is instead another step in his rehabilitation, not clearance to play. The distinction is clear: Sveningsson can make an impact here and now, while there is still no confirmed date for Ågren’s return to game action.