What Happened
St. Louis Blues forward Dillon Dube is facing an eight-week recovery period due to a neck injury. According to the team's announcement on Saturday, Dube sustained the injury during Thursday night's overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks after absorbing a heavy hit into the boards. The 28-year-old forward has appeared in three contests for St. Louis this season, recording one goal. He originally joined the franchise during the off-season on a one-year contract worth $850,000.
Key Details
- Injured during Thursday night game against San Jose Sharks.
- Sustained neck injury following a hit into the boards.
- Set to be re-evaluated in eight weeks.
- Dressed in three games this season with one goal.
- Signed a one-year, $850,000 off-season contract.
What It Means
The absence of Dube removes depth from the St. Louis forward ranks early in the regular season. Having secured a one-year deal over the summer, the 28-year-old was attempting to establish a regular role in the lineup before the long-term injury halted his progress.
What's Next
Dube will undergo a medical re-evaluation in eight weeks to determine his recovery progress.