The Panthers placed forwards Jack Skille and Marco Sturm back on the injured list Friday not long after the two returned to the lineup after long absences.

Sturm missed 14 games after suffering a concussion but played Wednesday against the Capitals. Sturm is thought to have a groin injury and coach Kevin Dineen said he'll be evaluated next week.

Skille missed 13 games with a shoulder injury but played in back-to-back games Jan. 20-21. He was put on the injured list retroactive to Jan. 22.
“I think I may have rushed it,'' Skille said, adding he is aiming to return at the end of next week. “I'm going to do this smart and take my time, get it as healthy as I can. Once the trainers say I'm good, I'll be back.''