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Higgins did not play overseas during the lockout and his lack of ice time is likely hurting his cause at this time. "Without any exhibition games, players usually have a significant number of games under their belts and they don't cost you any points in the standings," GM Mike Gillis said. "Chris is like many other players. Some have hit the ground running for whatever reason and some are having slower starts. I think the most important thing is that we get through this segment and not have many injuries and get ready for game 10 and onward." If he is on your roster, reserve him for now.