Washington Capitals centerman Dylan Strome left Saturday’s game with a lower-body injury after colliding with teammate Jakob Chychrun, although he briefly returned to the ice later. Meanwhile, Anaheim Ducks forward Mikael Granlund also exited with a lower-body injury, and the Buffalo Sabres rested goalie Colten Ellis due to back tightness, impacting their respective lineups significantly.
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The Washington Capitals have placed defenseman Rasmus Sandin on injured reserve with an upper-body injury, which could allow his return by Halloween, while forward Dylan Strome is day-to-day after a lower-body injury but is not on IR, indicating a potential return by week's end. Sandin has been a solid performer with two assists in seven games, averaging over 19 minutes of ice time. Want More Context? 🔎
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The Washington Capitals have recalled forward Ethen Frank from the AHL’s Hershey Bears following a lower-body injury to first-line center Dylan Strome, who is expected to miss at least three games. To maintain their 23-man roster, the Capitals may place Strome on injured reserve and have signed Brett Leason while considering Frank for a more significant role in the lineup. Want More Context? 🔎
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The NHL's Frozen Frenzy, likened to "Hockey Christmas," features all 32 teams in action with staggered start times, including a tripleheader on ESPN. Key matchups include the Capitals aiming for Alex Ovechkin's 900th goal against the Stars, and the Devils facing the Avalanche in a clash of top teams, promising an exciting night for hockey fans. Want More Context? 🔎
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