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Insider provides update on star L.A. Kings defenseman Drew Doughty

Originally posted on Blade of Steel | By Matt Garland | Last updated Sep 26, 2024 11:59 AM ET

The L.A. Kings could be without one of their best players for an extended period of time following Wednesday's preseason contest against the Vegas Golden Knights.

Kings defenceman Drew Doughty got tangled up with former teammate and current Golden Knights player Tanner Pearson. The incident occurred midway through the first period when Doughty went to finish a check on Pearson near the Kings' blue line. Doughty's leg got tied up with Pearson, and he was unable to put pressure on it as he was helped off the ice. Doughty left the game and didn't return.

Kings head coach Jim Hiller spoke after the team's 3-2 victory, saying he didnt have an update on the former Norris trophy-winning defenceman. The Kings medical team will have a further evaluation when they get back home to LA.

Fans took to social media after the game to speculate on what the injury was that Doughty suffered

Hockey Insider Frank Seravalli provided an update on Doughty, revealing that Doughty sustained a left ankle injury. The initial x-ray showed a fracture, but he's scheduled for additional imaging today.

The 34-year-old appeared in all 82 games for the Kings last season scoring 15 goals and 50 points while averaging 25:47 in ice time. The former second-overall pick from the 2008 NHL Draft has spent his entire career with the Kings as he embarks on his 17th NHL season.

This article first appeared on Blade of Steel and was syndicated with permission.

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