Henrique registered an assist in Friday's 5-4 loss to the Avalanche.

The New York Rangers have limited capital to find a third-line center. Adam Henrique may be on the top of that list due to his defensive responsibility and production compared to the market.

The 34-year-old Henrique is likely to return in a bottom-six role. Knoblauch did not specify who would come out of the lineup to make way for Henrique's return.