Colorado Avalanche forward Jonathan Drouin is facing a setback as he is now week-to-week with an upper-body injury, according to coach Jared Bednar. This news comes after Drouin’s impressive performance where he scored his first two goals of the season in a recent game against the Florida Panthers.
Unfortunately, Drouin was unable to play in the Avalanche’s subsequent game against the Tampa Bay Lightning, which ended in a disappointing 8-2 loss. This injury is not the first setback Drouin has faced this season, as he previously missed 16 games due to an upper-body injury sustained in the season opener on October 9th.
Despite these challenges, Drouin has shown his capabilities on the ice, especially during his first season with the Avalanche in 2023-24 where he scored a career-high 56 points with 19 goals and 37 assists. Throughout his career, Drouin has accumulated 341 points in 569 games, showcasing his skill and experience with teams like the Tampa Bay Lightning and the Montreal Canadiens before joining the Avalanche.
It is crucial for the Avalanche to monitor Drouin’s recovery progress and ensure that he receives the necessary treatment to return to the ice at full strength. The team will need to adjust their lineup in his absence and rely on other players to step up and fill the void left by Drouin’s absence.
Injuries are an unfortunate reality in professional sports, but they also present an opportunity for teammates to come together, support each other, and showcase their resilience in the face of adversity. As Drouin focuses on his recovery, the Avalanche will need to rally together and continue to push forward in the competitive NHL season.
We wish Jonathan Drouin a speedy recovery and look forward to seeing him back on the ice soon, contributing his skills and talent to the Colorado Avalanche’s success. Stay tuned for more updates on Drouin’s condition and his anticipated return to the lineup as the team navigates through this challenging period.