Islanders' Anthony Duclair Faces Long-Term Absence Due to Leg Injury

The winger's injury, sustained during a game against the Canadiens, is not season-ending but will sideline him for a significant period.

Anthony Duclair suffered a right leg injury during the Islanders' 4-3 win over the Montreal Canadiens and will be out for an extended time.
Islanders GM Lou Lamoriello confirmed the injury is long-term but not season-ending, with more details expected after further testing.
Duclair, who signed a four-year, $14 million contract in the offseason, had been contributing on the top line with Mathew Barzal and Bo Horvat.
Simon Holmstrom is expected to take Duclair's place on the top line, while the Islanders plan to call up a forward from their AHL affiliate.
The Islanders, struggling with offensive production, face challenges with Duclair's absence, but strong goaltending offers some hope for the season.