Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane will be sidelined with a lower-body injury, according to coach Derek Lalonde. Lalonde clarified that the injury is not related to Kane’s hip, which has been a concern in the past. The team’s training staff will monitor Kane’s progress as they return to Detroit after their road trip.
Kane’s absence will be felt by the Red Wings as they continue their road trip. The team will face the Florida Panthers on Wednesday and close out the trip against the Carolina Hurricanes on Friday. Lalonde acknowledged that he will have limited options when it comes to adjusting the lines without Kane. However, he plans to maintain the usual lineup with 12 forwards and six defensemen.
Injury Details and Rehabilitation
Kane sustained the lower-body injury during the first period of a recent game against the Toronto Maple Leafs, which the Red Wings won 4-2. Lalonde mentioned that further tests are needed to determine the extent of Kane’s recovery process. The 35-year-old forward had signed a one-year, $2.75 million contract with Detroit in November after being traded from the Chicago Blackhawks to the New York Rangers. Kane joined the Red Wings six months after undergoing hip resurfacing surgery. To continue his rehabilitation, Kane relocated his family to Toronto, where he worked with Dr. Edward Su and Ian MacIntyre. Former NHL player Cody Goloubef also played a crucial role in helping Kane with battle drills and providing him with pucks during his time in Toronto.
Since joining the Red Wings, Kane has made a significant impact on the team. In 19 games, he has scored seven goals and accumulated 16 points. Kane has displayed versatility on the ice, averaging 17 minutes and 51 seconds of playing time per game. His experience and talent have made him a valuable asset to the Red Wings.
Patrick Kane’s lower-body injury has sidelined him for the remainder of the Red Wings’ road trip. While the team will miss his presence on the ice, they will continue to strive for success with their current lineup. Kane’s recovery progress will be closely monitored by the team’s training staff, and they hope to have him back in action soon.
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