Overview
- The Flyers announced on Dec. 17 that Foerster had successful arm surgery on Dec. 15 and is expected to make a full recovery after five months.
- The new timetable likely rules him out for the remainder of the regular season, with any return hinging on a deep playoff run.
- Foerster was hurt on Dec. 1 against the Penguins while attempting a one-timer and was placed on injured reserve on Dec. 3 after an initial 2–3 month estimate.
- The longer absence follows additional diagnostic testing after the team initially hoped rehabilitation would avoid surgery.
- Before the setback, the 23-year-old had 10 goals and 13 points in 21 games, and Philadelphia has adjusted lines with Carl Grundström filling minutes and prospects under consideration.