Pittsburgh Penguins forward Daniel Sprong is home taking care of some paperwork, and won't be in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Florida Panthers.

The rookie returned to Canada to get an extension on his work visa, and won't be back with the team in time for the game, head coach Mike Johnston said after the morning skate.

The 18-year-old, who was drafted 46th overall by the Penguins in June, has appeared in five games so far this campaign, with a goal on nine shots to his credit.

An extension on his visa suggests he'll stick around for the season.