Detroit — Jakub Vrana was visibly excited, and for good reason.
Vrana was scheduled to make his season debut for the Red Wings on Tuesday against the Arizona Coyotes after a long, difficult season.
Vrana injured his shoulder 10 minutes into his first training camp practice, which ultimately led to surgery. After approximately five months of grueling rehab, Vrana was back on the ice Tuesday.
"I haven't played a game in almost a year," Vrana said. "I'm trying to get my routine, game-day routine, and I'm super excited, that's all I can say.