Bickell will play the final two games of the season and then retire, Tom Gulitti of NHL.com reports.

Bickell was recalled from AHL Charlotte on Monday.

Bickell (illness) had an assist Saturday in his first hockey game since he was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. He was playing with the AHL Carolette Checkers.

Bickell (illness) was assigned to AHL Charlotte for the purpose of conditioning, John Dietz of the Daily Herald reports.

Bickell, despite his battle with multiple sclerosis, is bound for AHL Charlotte and eager to play in games, Bruce Garrioch of the Ottawa Sun reports.

Bickell, who is dealing with multiple sclerosis, said he's aiming to return during a homestand Feb. 17-26, NHL.com reports.

Bickell (illness) wore a non-contact yellow jersey at Thursday's practice, Chip Alexander of the Raleigh News & Observer reports.

Bickell (illness) has been placed back on injured reserve according to the NHL's official media site.

Bickell, who has been diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, is not listed on injured reserve, per the NHL's official media site.

Bickell (illness) was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis Friday.