Colorado Avalanche captain, Gabriel Landeskog, hasn't played since winning the Stanley Cup two years ago. Despite hopes of a return during this year's playoffs, there's still no exact timeline for his comeback.
Landeskog underwent cartilage transplant surgery on his right knee last May, putting him 10 months into his recovery. While the Avalanche have aspirations for another Stanley Cup run, they're prioritizing Landeskog's long-term health over short-term goals. With five years left on his contract, the team is taking a cautious approach, especially considering Landeskog's history of knee surgeries.
Although there's hope for his return in the playoffs, the Avalanche won't rush him back. The recovery process has been positive, but the unique nature of the surgery makes it difficult to predict when Landeskog will be ready to play again.
Avalanche general manager Chris MacFarland acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding Landeskog's recovery, emphasizing that while Landeskog is progressing well, there's still a long road ahead before his return to the ice can be confirmed.
Do you think Landeskog will be back for this year's playoffs?
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12 MARS | 105 ANSWERS Insider Drops A Massive Update On Gabriel Landeskog's Return From Injury Do you think Landeskog will be back for the playoffs? | ||
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