Avalanche forward Jonathan Drouin to miss entire 1st round of playoffs
Today's unfortunate announcement revealed that Colorado Avalanche standout Jonathan Drouin will be sidelined for the entire first round of the 2024 Stanley Cup playoffs due to a lower-body injury.
Drouin, a vital component of the Avalanche lineup, enjoyed a standout season, achieving career-best numbers in points and assists. His partnership with Nathan MacKinnon, a former junior teammate, proved fruitful throughout the campaign.
The Colorado Avalanche announce
Jonathan Drouin is out for the first round vs Winnipeg with a lower-body injury
Forward Jonathan Drouin will miss the first-round series against the Winnipeg Jets due to a lower-body injury.
This injury blow comes at a crucial time for the Avalanche as they gear up to face the Winnipeg Jets in their playoff pursuit. Drouin's absence will undoubtedly be felt as the Avalanche strive to maintain their competitive edge against the Jets, who are currently riding a wave of momentum.
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