BREAKING: 1000-Game Veteran Placed On LTIR

A 1000-game NHL veteran has been placed on the LTIR following a brutal injury.

Goligoski Placed On Waivers

It was just announced that 38-year-old defenseman Alex Goligoski has been placed on the LTIR following a lower-body injury.

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I believe the recovery time for Goligoski's injury is anywhere from 6-10 weeks, depending how things heal. Wild announced this afternoon that he's been placed on LTIR. He's been in a walking boot.

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#mnwild have recalled Sammy Walker and placed Alex Goligoski on LTIR. Gives Wild some roster flexibility

Goligoski blocked a shot with his foot early into the season and will now be sidelined for at least a month and probably longer. Throughout his 1,044-game career, Goligoski has scored 87 goals and 465 points. He has played with the Penguins, Stars, Coyotes, and now Wild.

At 38 years old, this injury could be a catalyst into career retirement.

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