Tyler Seguin recently had surgery on his right knee to repair a torn ACL. The timeline for his return will be evaluated after the upcoming break for the Olympic Winter Games in Milan and Cortina in 2026.
At 33, Seguin played only two shifts during a game against the New York Rangers on December 2 before having to leave. The next day, it was announced that he would likely miss the rest of the season. “We didn’t get great news today,” said Stars coach Glen Gulutzan on December 3. “He will be out for a significant amount of time.”
The NHL is pausing its schedule from February 6 to 24, allowing players to compete in the Olympics for the first time since 2014.
This season, Seguin has scored 17 points—seven goals and ten assists—in 27 games. He celebrated a milestone by playing his 1,000th NHL game on October 30. Last season was challenging for him; he only played 20 games due to hip surgery but made a notable return during the Stanley Cup Playoffs, contributing eight points in 18 games.
Seguin was drafted second overall by the Boston Bruins in 2010. Over his career, he has accumulated 826 points—367 goals and 459 assists—in 1,016 regular-season games with the Bruins and the Stars, as well as 79 points in playoff games. He won the Stanley Cup with the Bruins in 2011.
During a pregame ceremony to celebrate his 1,000th game, the Stars faced a 4-0 loss against the Florida Panthers. Despite Seguin’s injury, the Stars are currently performing well, holding second place in the Central Division with a record of 23-7-5. They head into their next game against the Anaheim Ducks on Friday.
Recent trends show that player injuries have a significant impact on team performance. According to a survey by the NHL Players’ Association, over 50% of players have experienced an injury that affected their game time. This highlights the physical demands of the sport and the crucial role that timely recoveries play in a team’s success.
For more details on NHL player health and safety, you can refer to the NHL’s official reports on injury prevention and management.
