Frank Vatrano Injury: Set to miss six weeks

Vatrano (shoulder) is expected to miss the next six weeks, the team announced Wednesday.

Vatrano probably won't return before the Olympic break, based on that timetable. Nikita Nesterenko should get an opportunity to play regularly while Vatrano is recovering. The 31-year-old Vatrano has three goals, six points, 36 PIM, 67 hits and 24 blocks in 38 outings in 2025-26.