The Montreal Canadiens won a big game last night against the Dallas Stars. They almost blew out a 4-1 lead, but they got the upper hand, winning 4-3.
However, in the win, they lost one of their top players, after a weird knee movement.
Canadiens Lose Hot Top-Six Player to Possible Season-Ending Injury
Josh Anderson, who had finally found his rhythm after a tough season start, scoring nine points in the last 14 games, had to leave the game, unable to put weight on his leg.
Check out the following video to see what happened:
-
Major Update on Anderson's Injury From a Doctor
While no official update from the Montreal Canadiens have been released, a Doctor made a statement about the severity of Anderson's injury and what the recovery timeline usually looks like for such injuries.
Hockey gear obscures the fine detail but concerns are a torn ACL (6+ months), MCL (depends on grade) and/or meniscus (4-6 weeks if trimmed, 4+ months if repaired) along with bone bruise for Josh Anderson
Likely an update tomorrow after MRI"
-
With Alex Newhook, Kirby Dach, Raphael Harvey-Pinard and Chris Wideman already expected to be out long-term, adding Anderson's name to that list certainly hurts the Habs fanbase.
We should have an official statement from the organization after Anderson completes additional evaluations. We'll keep you updated on the situation.
Do you think the Canadiens will make the playoffs this season?
Also read on Markerzone.com:
Seattle Kraken top prospect dealt in massive 11-piece trade
