A torn ACL in his right knee has ended the season for a key New York Islanders player, according to the team’s announcement. The injury, confirmed recently, will require significant recovery time before he can return to competition. Fans and analysts will now focus on how this loss impacts the team’s remaining schedule and playoff aspirations. Details on rehabilitation and a potential timeline for his comeback remain unclear.

Alexander Romanov will likely miss the rest of the season because of a torn ACL in his right knee, the New York Islanders announced on Wednesday.