Update: The latest on the Dion Phaneuf hand injury.

It seems that the Maple Leafs captain may be close to making his return to the line up. According to a report from TSN's Mark Masters the Maple Leafs, and more specifically Peter Horachek are optimistic that Dion Phaneuf will make his return to the line up at some point this week, a specific date was not given. Horachek made his comments following the Leafs practice today, and by all accounts Phaneuf "looked good" and appeared to be in near game shape. He will have 3 more days to heal as Toronto's next game comes Thursday when the Leafs take on the Philadelphia Flyers.

Phaneuf optimistic about returning this week ... Horachek says Dion looked good at today's practice — Mark Masters (@markhmasters) February 23, 2015