NHL Injury Report: Blue Jackets, Stars, Panthers, Senators, Sharks, and Mammoth
Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Damon Severson is sidelined week-to-week with an upper-body injury. Coach Rick Bowness confirmed Severson sustained the injury after a hit from Canadiens forward Alex Bolduc during a recent game.
Dallas Stars forward Sam Steel was injured on Thursday night and subsequently flew home. While initial concerns suggested a hip flexor or groin issue, coach Glen Gulutzan indicated the injury might not be as severe as first thought. In other Stars news, forward Mikko Rantanen participated in a full practice and is expected to play tonight, while Matt Duchene was given a maintenance day.
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The Florida Panthers announced that forward Evan Rodrigues will miss at least two weeks due to a broken finger. A decision regarding potential surgery is pending and expected on Monday.
For the Ottawa Senators, defenseman Jake Sanderson (upper-body) is traveling with the team, suggesting a potential return soon. However, fellow defenseman Dennis Gilbert (upper-body) is expected to be out for 2-3 weeks after taking a hit from Maple Leafs' Oliver Ekman-Larsson.
San Jose Sharks goaltender Jaroslav Askarov practiced yesterday after exiting Thursday's game early. Alex Nedeljkovic is anticipated to start tonight, and the Sharks have recalled goalie Laurent Brossoit.
Lastly, Utah Mammoth forward Barrett Hayton is listed as week-to-week with an upper-body injury.
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