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Kraken's Montour Out Four Weeks After Hand Surgery

12/23/2025

Summary

Montour Injured Reserve

Brandon Montour, Seattle Kraken defenseman, is on injured reserve after hand surgery.
He will miss at least four weeks.
He suffered the injury during a fight against the Colorado Avalanche on December 16.
He has recorded six goals and 10 assists in 27 games this season.
Josh Mahura will step up in Montour's absence to help the Kraken, which sit last in the Western Conference.

Summary

Miller Injured Reserve

New York Rangers forward J.T. Miller is week to week with an upper-body injury sustained against the Philadelphia Flyers.
He has been placed on injured reserve.
Brett Berard has been recalled from the American Hockey League (AHL).
New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes returns from a finger injury after missing 18 games.
New Jersey Devils forwards Timo Meier and Arseny Gritsyuk rejoin the Devils after missing several games.

History

Historical Context

In 2012, the NHL faced increased scrutiny over player safety after a 25% rise in injuries during the 2011-2012 season, prompting the implementation of stricter concussion protocols. This shift followed the tragic deaths of enforcers like Derek Boogaard, which raised awareness about the long-term effects of concussions. Today, ongoing injuries to players such as Brandon Montour and J.T. Miller underscore the league's continuing challenges in ensuring player health.

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Montour Injured Reserve

Brandon Montour, Seattle Kraken defenseman, is on injured reserve after hand surgery.
He will miss at least four weeks.
He suffered the injury during a fight against the Colorado Avalanche on December 16.
He has recorded six goals and 10 assists in 27 games this season.
Josh Mahura will step up in Montour's absence to help the Kraken, which sit last in the Western Conference.

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