Logan O'Connor to Miss Rest of Season and Playoffs Due to Hip Surgery

The Colorado Avalanche forward's season-ending surgery comes amid a career year, leaving a significant gap in the team's lineup.

Logan O'Connor, a key forward for the Colorado Avalanche, will undergo hip surgery this week, ending his season prematurely.
O'Connor was on track for a career-best points total before the injury, contributing significantly to the team's performance.
The Avalanche have made several moves to bolster their forward depth, acquiring players like Casey Mittelstadt and Yakov Trenin ahead of the trade deadline.
Zach Parise, recovering from a lower-body injury, is expected to initially fill O'Connor's vacancy, according to coach Jared Bednar.
The team is also dealing with other injuries and illnesses, including a day-to-day status for forward Zach Parise and a bout of sickness affecting multiple players.