Capitals Concern 'Fairly High' for Oshie Following Noncontact Injury
The Washington Capitals are worried about the condition of forward T.J. Oshie after he suffered a noncontact injury in a recent game.
Oshie's Injury and Uncertain Timeline
After sustaining a noncontact injury in the third period of a win against the Tampa Bay Lightning, forward T.J. Oshie has become a major concern for the Washington Capitals.
Coach Spencer Carbery stated that Oshie is unlikely to play in the upcoming game against the Florida Panthers, but could not provide a definitive timeline for his return.
While Carbery mentioned that it is not a situation where Oshie would be able to skate today or tomorrow, he did not want to make any firm statements regarding the timeframe for recovery.
Severity of Oshie's Injury
When asked about the seriousness of Oshie's injury, Carbery responded with uncertainty, stating that it is still too early to determine the full extent of the issue.
The Capitals will continue to closely monitor Oshie's condition and hope for more information in the near future.
Oshie himself reassured fans after the game, expressing his determination to return to the ice and thanking them for their support.
Potential Lineup Changes and Player Updates
In Oshie's absence, forward Nicolas Aube-Kubel is a strong candidate to join the first line alongside Alex Ovechkin and Connor Brown.
Additionally, the Capitals have recalled forward Hendrix Lapierre from the American Hockey League's Hershey team. Lapierre has previously contributed seven points in 25 games for Washington this season.
Carbery praised Aube-Kubel for his performance in the previous game and believes he deserves an increased opportunity. The team is still evaluating the lineup and considering the potential for changes.
