A hockey legend and the NHL’s all-time leading goal-scorer has been sidelined by a lower-body injury, ruling him out of preseason action. The setback comes as he prepares for another potential season with his longtime team, where his scoring prowess and leadership remain central to their playoff aspirations. Without his usual offensive impact, the franchise faces an early challenge in assessing depth and adjusting expectations. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how quickly he recovers and when he might return to the ice.

NHL all-time leading goal-scorer dealing with lower-body injury, won't play in preseason