Jake Neighbours of the St. Louis Blues faces a significant setback due to a leg injury. The club announced today that he has been placed on injured reserve.
Injury Details and Timeline
Neighbours suffered the injury during a recent matchup against the Detroit Red Wings. He is expected to be re-evaluated in five weeks to determine the extent of the damage.
Performance Overview
This season, the 23-year-old forward has shown promising performance. Through the first eight games, he has recorded:
- Six goals
- Seven points
Neighbours stands 6 feet tall and weighs 201 pounds. This injury marks a challenging moment in his fifth season with the Blues.
Career Statistics
Since joining the Blues, Neighbours has compiled impressive statistics, including:
- 219 career regular-season games
- 103 total points (62 goals, 41 assists)
- 107 penalty minutes
The Calgary, Alberta native’s performance has been a key part of the Blues’ strategy this season, making his absence a notable loss for the team.
