Boston Bruins legend placed on LTIR after injury
Milan Lucic has been dealt a blow with a recent lower-body injury that will keep him off the ice for a few weeks, as confirmed by coach Montgomery.
Additionally, fellow player
Jakub Lauko is facing a one-week absence due to a fracture. These injuries have raised questions regarding Lucic's future in the NHL.
The situation took a concerning turn when the Boston Bruins decided to place Lucic on Long Term Injured Reserve (LTIR). The LTIR serves a dual purpose in the league.
It offers a safe haven for injured star players whose cap hits are no longer counted against the team's salary cap. It's a strategy used by many teams to manage their finances.
On the other hand, it's a destination where older players often find themselves when faced with a challenging injury, marking the potential end of their careers.
With Lucic now residing on LTIR, there's a cloud of uncertainty looming over his future. It remains to be seen if he can make a recovery and step back onto the ice for the Bruins.
If so, he might have the opportunity to contribute to the team's pursuit of another Stanley Cup victory.
Previously on HockeyUnplugged
| POLL |
OCTOBRE 27 | 188 ANSWERS Boston Bruins legend placed on LTIR after injury Do you think Milan Lucic should consider retirement if his injury is career-threatening? |
| Yes | 142 | 75.5 % |
| No | 46 | 24.5 % |
| List of polls |
|
3 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente Emotional Dan Muse Responds to Penguins Forward's Blood Clot Diagnosis |
|
4 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente Sidney Crosby Caught Chirping Alex Ovechkin After Scoring His 900th Goal |
|
6 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente Penguins Conference Rivals Place Former Award-Winning Goalie on NHL Waivers |
|
9 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente Blood Clot Diagnosis Will Force Pittsburgh Penguins Forward to Miss Significant Time |
|
9 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente Pittsburgh Penguins' Prospect Battle Settled? NHL Analyst Reveals the Likely Outcome |
|
11 hours ago | By Daniel Lucente Dan Muse and Ben Kindel Sound Off After Penguins Gut-Check Victory |
|
20 hours ago | By Tyler Ball Alex Ovechkin Shares a Special Moment With Penguins Fans After Surpassing Incredible Milestone |
|
23 hours ago | By Jack Sutherland Sidney Crosby Praises Alex Ovechkin After He Surpassed 900 NHL Goals |