Kakko missed the final two games before the break but is expected to be back on the third line on Friday. Kakko has scored six goals with eight assists (14 points) in 32 games this season.
With Kakko unavailable for the Ducks, Michael Haley will draw back into the Rangers lineup on Sunday afternoon. Kakko's injury is not believed to be serious but it puts him in jeopardy of missing Monday's game in Philadelphia as well.
Kakko missed the last games with an illness but will play Wednesday vs. the Capitals. Kakko was starting to heat up before falling ill, scoring three goals in his last two games and five in his last seven.
Kakko was a late-scratch in Tampa Bay on Thursday but could play Saturday in Florida. Kakko's return to the lineup would be a welcome sight for the Rangers because the rookie has heated up, scoring five goals in his last seven games.
