Kevin Bieksa is headed back to the ice less than 48 hours after being hit in the eye with a puck. And the only thing surprising about that, really, is the fact he'll do so wearing a visor.

Bieksa told reporters the vision in his right eye had improved before he took the ice with a little added protection for the team's morning skate in Colorado.

It remains unknown whether he'll play, but he appears to have avoided a life-altering injury. As a result, his NHL career - following a minor speed bump - will continue, even if he is begrudgingly forced to wear a shield.