Calgary Flames prospect Jeremie Poirier faces a tough road to recovery after a significant arm injury during an AHL game that forced surgery right away. T
he 2020 third-round pick had been performing well in the AHL, ranking as the second-highest-scoring defenseman. However, his injury adds to a growing list of sidelined players for the Flames.
The NHL roster is missing key players like Oliver Kylington, Jakob Pelletier, and Kevin Rooney. Additionally, the AHL affiliate, the Wranglers, has its share of injuries. This setback underscores the Flames' challenges as they navigate the season with multiple sidelined players due to various injuries.