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Islanders Defenseman Alexander Romanov Set for Surgery After ACL Tear
The 26-year-old will miss 6-8 months following the right knee injury sustained in a loss to the Rangers.
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Injury Details and Recovery Outlook
New York Islanders defenseman Alexander Romanov sustained a torn ACL in his right knee and will require surgery. The team confirmed he is expected to miss 6-8 months. At age 26, this setback comes after he has appeared in just 18 games since agreeing to an eight-year, $50 million contract in the summer of 2025. The latest injury adds to a challenging stretch that includes only three appearances this fall.
How the Injury Occurred
Romanov was hurt Tuesday night during a 5-2 loss at the Rangers. The issue developed in the third period after he became tangled with Mika Zibanejad. He did not return for the final 12 minutes of the contest. The team announced the diagnosis and expected timeline the following day.
Recent Injury History
This marks the second straight season in which Romanov has been limited by a long-term issue. Last November a shoulder injury from a hit by Mikko Rantanen caused him to miss the final five months. The combination of those absences has restricted his playing time significantly since the large contract was signed.
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