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The New York Islanders have provided significant updates regarding the five players currently injured.
Mike Reilly to Have Heart Surgery
The most notable news involves Mike Reilly, who will undergo heart surgery due to a preexisting condition discovered following his concussion on November 1.
This heart issue is not connected to the injury he sustained in Buffalo. “It was identified through various echocardiograms that are done as part of the post-concussion evaluation,” said Lamoriello. He added, “In some ways, this might be a blessing in disguise. [His quality of life will be] 100%, and he’ll return to playing after the procedure.” However, he noted that recovery could take several months. The primary concern remains Reilly’s health. Although the 31-year-old is expected to continue his hockey career post-surgery.
there is currently no timetable for his return.
Duclair, Barzal, and Pelech Still Not Skating
Anthony Duclair is still not skating,
But Lamoriello expressed hope that this will change soon. Duclair was injured during a game against the Montreal Canadiens, and given he hasn’t started skating yet, it’s unlikely he’ll be back before December, which would exceed the original 4-6 week recovery estimate. Mathew Barzal has also not begun skating, as he is still awaiting clearance from doctors following his upper-body injury sustained against the Columbus Blue Jackets on October 30.
The New York Islanders have shared important injury updates on the five players currently out with injuries. **Mike Reilly to Undergo Heart Surgery
The most critical update concerns Mike Reilly, who will have heart surgery due to a preexisting condition identified after his concussion on November 1. This heart issue is unrelated to his previous injury in Buffalo. “It was discovered through various echocardiograms that are part of the post-concussion evaluation,” said Lamoriello. He remarked, “In some ways, this could be a blessing in disguise. [His quality of life will be] 100%, and he will be able to play again after this procedure.” Lamoriello noted that recovery may take several months, so there’s currently no timeline for Reilly’s return.
Duclair, Barzal, and Pelech Still Not Skating
Anthony Duclair has not yet resumed skating, though Lamoriello expressed hope that will change soon. Duclair’s injury occurred during a game against the Montreal Canadiens, and given that he hasn’t started skating, it is unlikely he will be back before December, extending beyond the original 4-6 week recovery timeframe. Mathew Barzal is also not skating yet, as he is still waiting for doctors to clear him following an upper-body injury sustained on October 30 against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Similarly, Adam Pelech, who took a puck to the jaw on November 1 against the Sabres, has not resumed skating due to lack of medical clearance from the Islanders’ staff.
Alexander Romanov Possible Return Tomorrow in Calgary?
The final injury update indicates that Alexander Romanov is a game-time decision for tomorrow night’s match against the Calgary Flames.
During today’s practice in Calgary, Andrew Gross reported that Romanov rejoined the regular lineup and partnered with Noah Dobson, while Grant Hutton was taken out of the rotation. This could lead to the following defensive pairing for tomorrow’s game: – Alexander Romanov – Noah Dobson – Isaiah George – Ryan Pulock – Dennis Cholowski – Scott Mayfield (Extras: Travis Mitchell, Grant Hutton).
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