from Ted Kulfan of the Detroit News,

Bertuzzi will see a doctor Wednesday in hopes of being cleared, and could be in the lineup the Thursday when the Wings host Ottawa.

“I’m feeling better,” Bertuzzi said. “It feels good to be able to get back and skate with the guys. I’ll see the doctor (Wednesday) and we’ll go from there.”

Bertuzzi was “stunned” after the hit in the Edmonton and knew the symptoms right away.

Bertuzzi said he’s been out two times before because of concussion symptoms and understands the protocol involved.

“I knew something was up (in Edmonton) and I didn’t go back in and risk it (being worse),” Bertuzzi siad. “I’ve been taking my time and making sure I’m 100 percent.

“I know the steps and what to look for. I’m feeling a lot better. I’m going to keep skating with the guys and get back in shape and maybe (return) Thursday night.”

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