Markstrom Injury: Devils Goalie Out Weeks – Latest Updates

Devils⁣ Face ⁢Goaltending ⁢Uncertainty as Markstrom⁣ Sidelined by Injury

The New Jersey Devils are navigating a challenging start⁣ to the season, now compounded by a lower-body injury to goaltender Jacob Markstrom. Coach Sheldon Keefe announced Wednesday ⁢that Markstrom will be out for a couple of weeks,creating immediate⁣ questions in net for the team.

This setback arrives as Markstrom’s second season with ⁣the Devils has ⁢been a mixed bag⁢ so far.He’s secured wins in two of his first three starts, but his statistics – a‍ 3.89 goals-against average⁢ and .845 save percentage – haven’t yet reflected the expectations placed upon him.

Goaltending Shuffle: Daws⁢ Called Up

To address the situation, the Devils⁣ have ‍recalled Nico ‍Daws from⁤ their American Hockey League (AHL) affiliate.You can expect daws to ⁤share goaltending ⁤duties with veteran Jake Allen. Allen himself recently exited ⁢a ‍3-2 victory ‍over the Columbus Blue Jackets due to ‍cramping.

Markstrom managed to play 20 minutes in that game, stopping eight of the nine shots he ⁤faced before exiting. ⁤Fortunately,⁣ the Devils have experience with Daws stepping into the NHL ‍lineup.

He’s effectively split time ‍between the NHL and AHL over the⁤ past few ⁣seasons, appearing in 52⁤ games since the 2021-22 season. Last season, he showcased remarkable numbers‍ with a 3-1 record, a⁢ 1.60 goals-against average, and a .939 save percentage across six games.

A Growing ‍Injury List for ‍New Jersey

Markstrom’s injury isn’t an isolated incident. The Devils are ⁤currently managing several other injuries throughout their roster, impacting their overall ⁣depth.

Here’s a breakdown of the current injury situation:

* Evgenii Dadonov: ‍The forward, ⁣recently signed in ‍free agency, is on injured reserve after sustaining a hand injury in the season opener.
* stefan Noesen: A ⁣forward, Noesen is progressing well and nearing a return to the lineup.
*⁢ Seamus Casey: ⁢ The defenseman has resumed skating but remains out of the lineup for now.
* ⁢ Johnathan Kovacevic: Another defenseman,Kovacevic is also skating,but his return is expected ⁤to be several months away.

These injuries present a significant hurdle for the Devils ⁢as they strive⁢ to establish consistency early‍ in the season. ⁣However, the ‍team is confident in its ability to⁤ navigate these⁣ challenges and remain competitive.

You can anticipate the Devils leaning on their depth and the contributions of players like Daws to weather this storm⁢ and build momentum as the ⁤season unfolds. It’s a ⁤test of resilience for a team with high aspirations.