Forward for the Washington Capitals has undergone an appendectomy and is expected to miss four to six weeks of play. The procedure follows what was described as a non-emergency surgery, though the exact reason for the operation remains unspecified. With the team currently in the midst of the regular season, his absence could impact the lineup and depth chart moving forward. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the Capitals adjust without his contributions.

Desharnais out 4-6 weeks for Capitals after appendectomy  NHL.com