Wings clear Franzen to practice

 
Johan Franzen is nearly back for the Detroit Red Wings. He is expected to miss Game 1 of the Stanley Cup finals against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Saturday night, but Detroit coach Mike Babcock says he will return at some point in the series. Franzen skated with his teammates Thursday and was cleared to practice Friday. (link)

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