Steven Stamkos participated in a full practice with the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday, but says he's no closer to determining when he'll return to the lineup after undergoing surgery to repair his meniscus back in November.

"I've gone through this stuff before," Stamkos said, according to Lightning beat writer Bryan Burns. "You start setting dates, that's when sometimes you set unrealistic goals."

Stamkos said a return over the last month of the season continues to hinge on continued progression, according to Lightning Insider Erik Erlendsson.

He added that the recovery from the knee injury is more challenging than the road to return from the broken tibia he suffered three years ago.

Stamkos was off to a fantastic start before his injury, scoring nine goals and 20 points in 17 games.

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