Jake Middleton News: Ready to return

Middleton (illness) is good to play Saturday versus Anaheim, per Michael Russo of The Athletic.

Middleton was initially considered doubtful for the game, but it seems he'll be in the lineup after all. He's projected to serve on the second pairing alongside Jared Spurgeon. Middleton has an assist, 26 hits and 29 blocks in 16 appearances this year.