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Stars defenseman Stephen Johns returned to game action for the first time in almost 22 months Saturday night when Dallas visited Minnesota. Jones has been sidelined because of post-traumatic headaches.

The Dallas Stars activated Stephen Johns before their game Saturday night in Minnesota, clearing the way for the defenseman's first game in almost 22 months.

Florida goalie Chris Driedger will miss several weeks with what's believed to be a groin injury, the latest health issue at that position for the Panthers.