Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore practiced in full contact at this morning's skate. Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore (27) takes a shot against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images [https://deweb-519a7.b-cdn.net/post-images/ba4c91bd-06c0-47e2-866f-463bcdaeba94.jpeg] Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Shea Theodore (27) takes a shot against the Carolina Hurricanes during the second period at Lenovo Center. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images Theodore returned to practice for the first time in a non-contact jersey [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vegas-golden-knights/latest-news/golden-knights-defenseman-returns-to-practice-in-non-contact-jersey-1] since suffering an arm injury in the first game of the 4 Nations Face-Off. Prior to the injury, Theodore had scored seven goals and 48 points in 55 games, leading all Golden Knights defensemen in multiple offensive categories. Following yesterday's practice, HC Bruce Cassidy mentioned that the 29-year-old "likely won't be cleared this week, but being on the ice is a good step in returning to the lineup." The step Theodore took in his return process was much larger today, practicing with contact. He wore a grey jersey and not a white one, white indicating skating inside the top four, and Theodore wore grey, skating alongside healthy scratch Ben Hutton. As the season slowly inches to a conclusion and the playoffs begin, allowing William Karlsson [https://thehockeynews.com/nhl/vegas-golden-knights/latest-news/golden-knights-william-karlsson-and-raphael-lavoie-skate-with-full-contact-for-the-first-time-since-suffering-injuries] and Theodore to get multiple games in before the postseason would be a major boost. They can shake off the rust of missing an extended period of time and rebuild the chemistry with their linemates. Vegas has dealt with their fair share of injuries this season, but they look to be getting healthy at the right time. Stay updated with the most interesting Golden Knights stories, analysis, breaking news and more! Tap the star to add us to your favourites on Google News [https://news.google.com/publications/CAAqBwgKMK-q0gsw7sXpAw/sections/CAQqEAgAKgcICjCvqtILMO7F6QMwiNvfCA?hl=en-CA&gl=CA&ceid=CA%3Aen] to never miss a story.
