The Dallas Stars face a significant setback with the season-ending ACL injury of forward Tyler Seguin. The 33-year-old sustained this injury during a match against the New York Rangers, where he played only two shifts before leaving the ice at 1:44 in the first period.
Tyler Seguin’s Season Overview
This season, Seguin has contributed 17 points, consisting of seven goals and ten assists across 27 games. Notably, he marked a career milestone by playing his 1,000th NHL game on October 30. Last season, he faced limitations due to a hip surgery after appearing in only 20 games. Despite these challenges, Seguin demonstrated his skill during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, recording eight points (four goals and four assists) in 18 games.
Coaching Remarks
Stars coach Glen Gulutzan expressed his disappointment over the injury announcement. “We didn’t get great news today,” he stated on Wednesday. Seguin is expected to be sidelined for a substantial duration, likely the entire remaining season.
Seguin’s Career Highlights
- Drafted No. 2 by the Boston Bruins in the 2010 NHL Draft.
- Recorded 826 points (367 goals, 459 assists) in 1,016 regular-season games.
- Accumulated 79 points (29 goals, 50 assists) in 151 playoff games.
- Won the Stanley Cup with the Bruins in 2011.
Current Team Status
The Dallas Stars currently hold a record of 17 wins, 5 losses, and 5 overtime losses, placing them second in the Central Division. They are scheduled to play against the New Jersey Devils on Wednesday at 7 p.m. ET.
Gulutzan emphasized the need for the rest of the team to step up in Seguin’s absence, mentioning that players like Nathan Bastian would have the opportunity to shine. He acknowledged the broader challenges league-wide, noting the prevalence of injuries as teams strive for success.
