I've assumed his career was over after his flagrant bathtub foul, but now I keep seeing his name mentioned by media people in various references to next season.  

And no, I don't mean mentioned as an "Expiring Contract" -- he is being mentioned in an actual game-playing context.

So, I've searched around for any news on his current status, and there seems to be none.  

Anyone know what Joel's current status and plans are?  Will he be warming Raef Lafrentz' beach chair, sipping mai-tais?  Or will he be able to actually play this season?