Overview
- The Ducks said the 31-year-old sustained a shoulder fracture Saturday against the Kings and will be sidelined about six weeks.
- The timetable projects a full January absence with a possible return before mid-February.
- Vatrano has six points in 38 games this season after a 37-goal campaign in 2023–24.
- Under coach Joel Quenneville he has mostly been used on the third line as Leo Carlsson, Cutter Gauthier and Beckett Sennecke have taken on larger roles.
- Anaheim remains in a Pacific Division playoff spot, so his absence tests the club’s depth and leadership.