Josh Norris of the Ottawa Senators is one such player whose presence on the ice is eagerly anticipated in the outfit’s upcoming NHL matchup.
As they prepare to face off against Carolina Hurricanes tonight, fans are wondering whether Josh Norris will feature.Norris, however, will not participate in tonight’s game due to a shoulder injury that has sidelined him, according to coach D.J. Smith, who expressed serious concern for Norris’ health status.
The player sustained the injury last October and initiated rehabilitation to attempt a comeback. Unfortunately, after only participating in three games by January, he decided not to continue, opting for surgery to recover.
Norris and his teammates appear determined to avoid repeating what has become an all-too-familiar scenario of him rushing his return, so extra care may be taken at this stage.While he continues practicing without restrictions or limitations during drills, medical clearance for matches isn’t been on the table.
Norris’ absence is a significant blow to the Senators. In 133 games with Ottawa, he’s registered 93 points, demonstrating his offensive prowess
Although Norris’ absence has been felt severely by Ottawa Senators fans and teammates alike, news that he may return next week brings hope for them all.Fans and teammates look forward to welcoming Josh Norris back onto the ice where his skills and energy will bring great benefits to the outfit.
Norris will undoubtedly bring great strength back into the Senators lineup when he returns. However, the exact timing depends on his healing progress.
At this time last year, Josh Norris was fresh off a 35-goal NHL season and was clearly the Ottawa Senators’ undisputed number-one centre. Despite playing in just 66 games in 2021-22, he led the Sens in goals and finished third on the team with 55 points. Norris was on his way, and so the Senators rewarded him last July with an eight-year, $63.6 million contract.
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