The Colorado Avalanche face a challenging situation with the latest injury to Gavin Brindley. The 21-year-old forward has been sidelined and is classified as week-to-week due to a lower-body injury.
Details of Brindley’s Injury
Brindley sustained his injury during a match on Thursday against the New York Rangers, where the Avalanche secured a 6-3 victory at Ball Arena. He left the game in the first period after a hard hit against the boards, landing awkwardly. Although he attempted to return during the second-period warmups, he ultimately had to retreat.
This latest injury marks a significant setback for Brindley, who has already faced challenges this season. He previously missed time after suffering a concussion during a game against the Vegas Golden Knights on October 31. In the first 18 games of the current season, Brindley has tallied seven points, consisting of four goals and three assists.
Impact on Team Roster
To fill the gap left by Brindley, the Avalanche have recalled Jason Polin from the Colorado Eagles, their AHL affiliate. Polin has demonstrated his skill with six points, including three goals and three assists, in 16 games this season.
- Gavin Brindley: Week-to-week with a lower-body injury.
- Previous Injury: Missed time due to a concussion on October 31.
- Jason Polin: Recalled from AHL; six points in 16 games this season.
The Avalanche’s injury woes don’t stop with Brindley. Valeri Nichushkin is also out, recovering from a lower-body injury sustained against the Anaheim Ducks on November 11. This raises concerns about the team’s depth as they navigate through this challenging period.
Up Next for the Avalanche
The Colorado Avalanche, who currently hold a record of 14-1-5, are set to play against the Nashville Predators (6-10-4) tonight at Bridgestone Arena. The game will begin at 6 p.m. local time, and fans are eager to see how the team adapts without key players.
