The NHL is closely monitoring the injury status of players as teams prepare for their upcoming games. Notably, Vancouver Canucks defenseman Quinn Hughes is now considered day-to-day due to a lower-body injury.
Quinn Hughes’ Status and Impact on Canucks
Quinn Hughes sustained his injury late in the Canucks’ recent 4-3 loss to the Montreal Canadiens. Despite contributing significantly with two assists and logging over 26 minutes of ice time, his condition has led to a shake-up in the Canucks lineup. Head coach Adam Foote confirmed Hughes’ absence will necessitate the inclusion of Victor Mancini for the upcoming match against the Edmonton Oilers.
- Injury Date: October 14, 2023
- Recent Performance: 7 points (1 goal, 6 assists) in 9 games
- Average Ice Time: 26:38
Other Team Injuries Across the NHL
Other teams in the league are also facing injury challenges. The New Jersey Devils’ Jacob Markstrom is recovering from a lower-body injury and could return during a four-game road trip. Meanwhile, Brett Pesce of the Carolina Hurricanes will miss this trip following an upper-body injury.
Pittsburgh Penguins forward Rickard Rakell recently underwent surgery on his left hand and is expected to miss 6-8 weeks. The Penguins have adjusted their roster accordingly by recalling forward Ville Koivunen from the AHL.
Additional Notable Injuries
- Caleb Jones (Chicago Blackhawks): Expected to miss 8 weeks due to a lower-body injury.
- Adam Lowry (Winnipeg Jets): Skated in a regular jersey after offseason hip surgery, aiming for a late October return.
- Brady Tkachuk (Ottawa Senators): Out for 6-8 weeks following thumb surgery on October 16.
- Roman Josi (Nashville Predators): Week-to-week due to an upper-body injury.
As teams navigate these injuries, player performance will be critical in the coming games. The focus remains on recovery and strategic adjustments to maintain competitive standings in the league.
