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Detroit Red Wings release saddened injury update on forward Andrew Copp
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Breaking news in Red Wings Nation as the franchise has just received a grim update on forward Andrew Copp.
Following last Saturday's game against the Minnesota Wild, Andrew Copp suffered an upper body injury, causing the Detroit Red Wings to place him on IR.
While the mysterious nature of the injury is yet to be disclosed, the Detroit Red Wings promptly provided Andrew Copp with with medical assistance.
Andrew Copp underwent successful surgery
According to sources, underwent successful surgery to repair his left pectoral tendon. He will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season with an expected recovery time of 4-6 months.
Although Andrew Copp's successful surgery is great news, this is a significant blow for the Detroit Red Wings who are currently in a dog-fight to keep their playoff aspirations alive.
Head coach Todd McLellan has done a fantastic job so far since being hired, but Andrew Copp has always been a stable presence in the Red Wings' core, constantly trusted to play big minutes.
The 30-year-old has only missed one game so far this season. In 56 appearances, he has scored 10 goals and 13 assists for 23 points, posting a plus/minus of +4 while averaging 14:42 of ice time. Copp had notched points in four of his past five appearances prior to the injury.
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In response to Copp's absence, the Detroit Red Wings have recalled forward Sheldon Dries from their American Hockey League affiliate, the Grand Rapids Griffins.
The Detroit Red Wings currently hold the #1 Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference, sitting just 2 points ahead of the Ottawa Senators.
While Copp's indefinite absence from the Red Wings roster is a substantial blow, Todd McLellan will have to find a way to keep his troops motivated as we enter the final home stretch of the regular season.
Will this injury to Andrew Copp result in the demise of the Detroit Red Wings? Time will tell.
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