New York Islanders star Bo Horvat will be sidelined for four to six weeks due to an ankle injury sustained while playing for Team Canada at the IIHF World Championships. The team's new general manager, Mathieu Darche, reported that the injury is not serious, emphasizing that Horvat is already beginning rehab. Despite the setback, Horvat's performance in the tournament was strong, with eight points in six games. Darche is optimistic about the Islanders' offensive reforms, which will be bolstered by Horvat's anticipated recovery and the return of healthy linemate Mathew Barzal.
He has a little ankle injury. Nothing serious, four to six weeks, Darche said during his introductory press conference when asked by amNewYork.
In six games with Team Canada, Horvat recorded four goals and four assists (eight points) and was a vital cog in their power play.
There's no concern whatsoever. It's the type of thing that maybe in the playoffs, he would've tried because I think Bo is the kind of player where you have to tell him you're not playing.
Darche is going to hammer home a new offensive mentality for a franchise that has been predicated on defense for the last seven years.
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