Montreal Canadiens defenseman David Reinbacher will miss five to six months following left knee surgery last Tuesday.
The Origin of Reinbacher’s Injury
The 19-year-old star suffered a season-ending injury against the Toronto Maple Leafs, where Montreal lost 2-1. Reinbacher was the unfortunate recipient of a hit by Maple Leafs defenseman Marshall Rifai in the first period of the game. Witnesses reported seeing Reinbacher on crutches following the game.
Reinbacher’s Journey in the World of Hockey
Reinbacher, selected with the fifth overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft by the Canadiens, has shown incredible potential in his short career. He earned a reputation in the hockey world that defied his age, with 11 points (one goal, ten assists) in 35 games while playing for EHC Kloten of the National League in Switzerland. His talent continued to shine in the American Hockey League, where he added five points (two goals, three assists) in an 11-game stint with Laval.
Restoring Outlook and impact on Canadiens
The prognosis suggests a long recovery period, which will undoubtedly affect the performance of the Canadiens in the coming months. Despite this setback, there is every reason to believe that Reinbacher will bounce back strongly and continue his meteoric rise in the world of professional hockey.
