The Fantasy Doctors - NHL Injuries

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[The Fantasy Doctors - NHL Injuries @tfdnhl]

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[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Rutta not out here for the 3rd. Most likely it’s concussion protocol/playing it safe considering the score but would also want to rule out a jaw/facial bone fracture (takes multiple weeks to heal but can return with a cage)

#GoBolts @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Worry about a shoulder dislocation/subluxation for Cernak

Depends on severity of damage + injury history but can range from requiring surgery to repair labrum and 5-6 months off like Tarasenko to being able to return quickly with a brace or taping once reduced #GoBolts @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Worry about a medial/high ankle sprain for Lazar. Doesn’t seem as severe as others but view is obstructed. Fracture unlikely but can still be 4- 6 weeks if grade 2, day-to-day to a couple weeks if grade 1. Similar injury to Trocheck #NHLBruins @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Petry’s 5th finger caught in camera hole leading to likely ligament injury with potential dislocation. Tendon injury or fracture less likely

Depends on severity, can require surgery (like Mrazek) and be out multiple weeks to months or can buddy-tape and play #GoHabsGo @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Foegele injured on this hit

Some posterior force into his shoulder likely caused an anterior shoulder subluxation/dislocation (similar to Chris Paul recently). Considering it’s the playoffs, he’ll likely be day-to-day and perhaps try to play with a harness #LetsGoCanes @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Similar to Tavares for Evans

Next step will be brain imaging and neurological evaluation

Moving upper extremities so likely avoided spinal cord injury

I assume all in-hospital tests will be clear and he will be discharged home tomorrow in concussion protocol #GoHabsGo @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Worry is for a medial/high ankle sprain for Trocheck. Typically we see NHLers miss 4-6 weeks with these. Can be a lower grade and less time off but Brind’Amour sounds pessimistic. Worst case is associated fracture and months out #LetsGoCanes @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Craig Smith missed Game 2 last night

Looks to be an MCL injury and depending on grade, can be day-to-day to up to 6 weeks. Positive is that he came out for another shift but wouldn’t surprise me if he’s not back the rest of this series #NHLBruins @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Missed this awkward injury yesterday

In order of likelihood for Wahlstrom:

- MCL sprain (depends on grade, can be day-to-day to 6 weeks)
- neck strain (day-to-day)
- concussion (day-to-day)
- separated shoulder (typical 7-14 days) #Isles @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Orlov didn’t hit Miller in the head but appears that Miller hit his head hard on the ice

Similar protocol to Tavares last night and I assume will have a similar outcome with eventual discharge and entry into concussion protocol #NHLBruins @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Worry is for a broken wrist/hand/finger for Johansson (video: https://t.co/7LYucxqpOb)

Most broken bones are at least 4 weeks so likely out for first 2 rounds of playoffs at a minimum #MNWild @tfdnhl

[The Fantasy Doctors - NHL Injuries @tfdnhl]

#LeafsForever John Tavares took a scary blow to the head during tonight's #StanleyCupPlayoffs game. What is he likely dealing with and how severe is this?? Our @Harjas_Grewal shares his thoughts #NHL #NHLPlayoffs #StanleyCup #MapleLeafs #Tavares

Analysis: https://t.co/P5gmgiQurm

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Worry about a broken wrist (4+ weeks) or broken ribs (~4 weeks) for Nosek

Also possible is separated rib (Costochondral separation) min. 2 weeks

Hopefully just a sprained wrist or contusion (day-to-day)

Admit timelines tough in playoffs as players play hurt #VegasBorn @tfdnhl

[The Fantasy Doctors - NHL Injuries @tfdnhl]

#GoBolts Nikita Kucherov will reportedly return soon from hip surgery. Our @Harjas_Grewal shares the latest on his recovery and availability for the #NHLPlayoffs
#NHL #NHLTwitter #TampaBayLightning #Kucherov

Analysis: https://t.co/D1FSfLYkxH

[The Fantasy Doctors - NHL Injuries @tfdnhl]

[NEW] NHL Podcast 5/10/21: Watch as our @Harjas_Grewal breaks down ALL the latest NHL injury news by team & provides updates on some big names returning soon. Check it out! #NHL #NHLTwitter #FantasyHockey #FanDocs

Video: https://t.co/NBDsB6M4H4

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Worry about a torn ACL, MCL, and/or meniscus for Barbashev after this play

If ACL spared, chance he comes back if Blues make a deep run but I’m doubtful

Blues have had 2 torn ACLs this year which is ridiculously high considering how rare it is in the NHL
#stlblues @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Possibilities for Krebs

Facial bone fracture: 4+ weeks, potential return for Game 1 playoffs with a cage

Concussion: day-to-day

Laceration only: back next game #VegasBorn @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Worry about a bone bruise (week-to-week), MCL injury (depends on grade but can be day-to-day to 4-6 weeks) or PCL injury (similar to MCL but also can be months if fully torn like McDavid) for Tom Wilson

I think it’s doubtful he’s ready for game 1 of Playoffs #ALLCAPS @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Oshie left the game after this. Immediate concern is for a muscular strain (groin/hip flexor) and best case day-to-day but can be week-to-week

Play also reminds me of Stamkos’ meniscus tear a few years ago. If meniscus trimmed 4-6 weeks, if repaired few months #ALLCAPS @tfdnhl

[Dr. Harjas Grewal @Harjas_Grewal]

Duncan Keith likely in concussion protocol after a UFC-style knee to the head from the ref. Less likely but possible is also a facial fracture #Blackhawks @tfdnhl