Monday practice update

Here are a few notes from Monday’s practice:

Steve Ott, obviously, is excited about the new contract, which is $11.8 million over four years.

“Its been a little bit nerve-racking but I’m the happiest guy in the world right now,” Ott said. “I get to stay in a town I love. The town and the fans have been phenomenal to me. I can go down the list. My daughter was born here. I hope to continue after the four years as well. I am looking forward to the challenge.”

Ott, who had an emergency appendectomy just before the Olympic break, is good to go for Tuesday.

Defenseman Mark Fistric (knee) and forward Brian Sutherby are questionable for Tuesday. Coach Marc Crawford indicated that they might need some more time and might not be be available until Thursday’s game.

Loui Eriksson and Karlis Skrastins were both back from their Olympic adventures and both practiced with the team this morning. Brenden Morrow and Jere Lehtinen are expected back tomorrow.

Marty Turco will start in goal Tuesday against L.A.

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