Adam Edstrom of the New York Rangers has been placed on long-term injured reserve due to a lower-body injury that is healing slower than anticipated. The 25-year-old forward last played on November 29 and will remain sidelined until at least December 27 when the team faces the New York Islanders. This injury may be linked to a prior ailment that caused him to miss two months of the previous season.
By the NumbersEdstrom played just 7:01 of ice time in his last game, contributing to a 4-1 loss.He has 4 points (2 goals, 2 assists) in 24 games this season, with an average ice time of 9:34.In 86 career NHL games, he has 15 points (9 goals, 6 assists). State of PlayThe Rangers currently sit seventh in the Metropolitan Division with a record of 15-12-4.They are just one point away from a Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference.Upcoming game against the Chicago Blackhawks is scheduled for Wednesday night. What’s Next
Edstrom’s recovery and return timeline will be monitored closely, especially considering his previous injury history. The Rangers will need to adapt their line-up in the meantime as they seek to improve their playoff position.
Bottom Line
With Edstrom out for an extended period, the Rangers face a challenge to maintain their competitive edge and secure valuable points while navigating the injuries within their roster.