Finally some good news: Heatley to return Thursday

Senators forward Dany Heatley is expected to play Thursday against the Florida Panthers. Jason Spezza, his offensive partner in crime, must be breathing a little easier. The Sens have been nothing short of awful since the Heater went down with a shoulder injury in the 3-2 win over Detroit a month ago. Compounded with the absence of captain Daniel Alfredsson, the Sens have lost a lot of ground in the Eastern Conference. With their 4-3 win last night, the Montreal Canadiens are within 1 point of top spot. It's safe to say that those 3 individuals dictate the success of the team. Here's hoping GM Bryan Murray gets on the horn and fills a couple holes up front and on the blueline...Peter Forsberg could be coming to Ottawa. Peter the Gimp has reportedly turned down Dallas, Nashville, Detroit, Calgary, Pittsburgh, and San Jose...with all of his recent shenanigans, who would want Ray Emery?