LA Times · Apr 5, 2016
Ducks defenseman Simon Despres is cleared to play
Defenseman Simon Despres is nearing his return to the ice for the Ducks.Ducks defenseman Simon Despres is in a good place when he's alongside his teammates, whether working through a long season on the ice or enjoying loose moments off it.
Unfortunately for him, that camaraderie has been scarce this season, but he was back in his element Monday after he was cleared to play from an upper-body injury, Coach Bruce Boudreau said.
"To be able to come back on the ice with my teammates means a lot to me," Despres said. "I went through a lot of injuries this year, and just to be healthy and playing again is something that has no price. I appreciate every moment I get on the ice."