What Happened
Dallas Stars forward Matt Duchene will be out of the lineup for approximately three months after undergoing successful surgery to repair a core injury. The team made the announcement on Monday. Duchene has not yet appeared in a game during the current campaign, having been placed on injured reserve prior to opening night with a lower-body issue. Last season, the 34-year-old forward was limited to 57 games, producing 16 goals and 29 assists, along with two goals and seven assists in six playoff contests.
Key Details
- Recovery timeline is estimated at three months.
- Surgery addressed a core injury.
- Duchene was previously placed on injured reserve before opening night.
- He signed a four-year, $18-million contract extension prior to last season.
- He has totaled 71 goals and 192 points with Dallas since 2023-24.
What It Means
The extended absence of Duchene removes a key offensive contributor from the Dallas lineup. Since joining the franchise in 2023-24, Duchene has been a productive producer with 192 points, leaving a significant void in the top-six forward group while he recovers.
What's Next
The Dallas Stars return to action on Tuesday against the Colorado Avalanche.