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Last updated: March 26, 2026, 11:31 PM ET

NHL Injury Woes & Player Futures

The Pittsburgh Penguins suffered a blow as captain Sidney Crosby was forced from Thursday's contest against the Senators with a lower-body issue, occurring barely a week after he had returned from a prior lower-body ailment. Adding to the Senators' personnel concerns, Coach Travis Green confirmed defenseman Thomas Chabot faces up to two months on the shelf due to a broken arm, creating significant defensive holes for Ottawa. While the present takes a hit, prospect rankings focus on long-term assets, with Connor Bedard and Macklin Celebrini cited as top-tier fantasy dynasty cornerstones for the next five seasons, alongside others like Schaefer. Separately, Michigan star Michael Hage channels personal tragedy as motivation, aiming to lead the Wolverines back to the Frozen Four in Las Vegas, honoring his late father's memory.