Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brayden Point exited the game against the Philadelphia Flyers due to a lower-body injury. The incident occurred early in the second period after he scored a goal, bringing the score to 3-0. As he celebrated, Point’s right leg became entangled with Flyers defenseman Cam York, leading to an immediate reaction of pain.
Details of the Injury
Point, who stands at 5 feet 11 inches, was visibly in discomfort and required assistance to leave the ice. He was unable to apply weight on his right leg, raising concerns about the severity of the injury.
Player Profile
- Name: Brayden Point
- Current Team: Tampa Bay Lightning
- Season Stats: 10 goals and 29 points in 36 games
Upcoming Events
The Calgary native is among the first six players named to represent Canada in the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics, set to begin in early February. His participation hinges on his recovery from this injury.
Tampa Bay Lightning Standing
Before the injury incident, the Lightning held a second-place position in the Atlantic Division with a record of 27 wins, 13 losses, and 3 overtime losses. They were trailing the Detroit Red Wings by just one point.
Next Matches
Currently, the Lightning are on a five-game road trip. Their immediate schedule includes:
- Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday
- St. Louis Blues on Friday
As the team continues its road trip, the status of Brayden Point will be closely monitored, given his importance to the Lightning’s lineup.
