Alexander Romanov out 6-8 months with torn ACL
8.10.26 NY Islan.
New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov suffered a torn ACL in his right knee and is expected to miss 6-8 months. The 26-year-old will undergo surgery after sustaining the injury in Tuesday's loss to the Rangers, marking his second straight season with a long-term injury.
Marchand injured in Panthers' win over Kings
7.10.26 Florida
Brad Marchand sustained a left leg injury after colliding with the goal post during Florida's 2-1 win over Los Angeles. The 38-year-old forward, who had just returned from surgery, left the game and will be evaluated Thursday.
Ullmark exits Senators' win as precaution
6.10.26 Ottawa
Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Ullmark left Monday's game against Boston after a second-period collision, but coach Travis Green said the move was precautionary. Ullmark stopped all 15 shots, and the Senators went on to beat the Bruins 4-1.
Barkov placed on long-term injured reserve
4.10.26 Florida
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov has been placed on long-term injured reserve with an undisclosed left-leg injury, sidelining him for at least 10 games. An MRI reportedly ruled out the worst-case scenario, and the Panthers remain optimistic the injury is not season-ending. Barkov was injured after an awkward fall against the San Jose Sharks and has a history of significant knee injuries.
Barkov exits Panthers' loss with knee injury
2.10.26 Florida
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov left Thursday's 4-3 overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks after his left knee appeared to buckle during a scrum along the boards. Coach Paul Maurice said the team expects to know the severity of the injury by Friday and stressed that it is unrelated to Barkov's right knee injury that sidelined him last season.
Faber undergoes surgery for fractured skull
30.9.26 Minnesota
Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber underwent surgery after suffering a fractured skull when he was struck by a deflected puck in a preseason game against Dallas. The 24-year-old has no timetable for his return and is expected to miss time at the start of the season.
Mattias Samuelsson week to week with lower-body injury
24.9.26 Buffalo
Sabres defenseman Mattias Samuelsson is week to week with a lower-body injury after blocking a shot in a preseason game against Columbus. His status for Buffalo's Oct. 1 season opener is uncertain. The Sabres could also be without Olen Zellweger, who entered concussion protocol after being injured in the same game.
Ovechkin day-to-day with lower-body injury
22.9.26 Washing.
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin is day-to-day with a lower-body injury less than two weeks before the regular-season opener. The 41-year-old missed Sunday's preseason game and Monday's practice. He played all 82 games last season, recording 32 goals and 32 assists.
Brad Marchand expected to miss first month
20.9.26 Florida
Florida Panthers forward Brad Marchand is expected to miss at least the first 14 games of the season while recovering from offseason surgery. The 38-year-old is set to spend October rehabbing, with his return depending on his recovery and any setbacks.
Jets suspend Hellebuyck for missing training camp
17.9.26 Winnipeg
The Winnipeg Jets have suspended star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck for failing to report to training camp. The 33-year-old, who requested a trade in August, says he believes leaving Winnipeg is best for him and his family. Hellebuyck is coming off a difficult season in which he posted career-worst numbers and missed time following knee surgery.
Bedard to miss start of season after shoulder surgery
9.7.26 Chicago
Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard is expected to miss the start of the 2026-27 NHL season after undergoing surgery on his left shoulder. The team expects a full recovery in about four months following an injury suffered during an offseason training session. Bedard, who led the Blackhawks with 75 points last season, is also a restricted free agent as contract negotiations continue.
Golden Knights lose William Karlsson for Game 6
14.6.26 Vegas
The Vegas Golden Knights will be without center William Karlsson for Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Carolina Hurricanes after he suffered an apparent arm injury in Game 5. Karlsson, a key contributor on both special teams and a top linemate for playoff scoring leader Mitch Marner, left Friday's game after taking a hard hit and did not return.