Advice: Sullivan hasn't played since Feb. 22, 2007 after going out with a back injury. He underwent two surgeries last summer, but his recovery has been slow. Sullivan is under contract through 2008-09 and is expected to be on the payroll next season, meaning his $3.2 million contract counts toward the salary cap - whether he plays or not. Sullivan has yet to play a full season with the Predators since he was acquired from Chicago in February 2004.