Spencer Carbery gives quick update on Logan Thompson's injury
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The Washington Capitals are holding their breath as goaltender Logan Thompson sustained an upper-body injury last night against the Carolina Hurricanes, forcing him to be pulled from the game. After the game, Washington Capitals head coach provided a brief update on Logan Thompson's condition.
In simple terms, last night's matchup was a total disaster for the Washington Capitals.
Although the team showed signs of fatigue due to back-to-back games, it's not the kind of performance that inspires confidence with the playoffs just around the corner.
After letting in 3 goals on just 12 shots, Logan Thompson seemed a far cry from his usual self.
Initially, fans believed Spencer Carbery pulled Logan Thompson due to performance related issues, but it was later revealed that an upper-body injury prompted the decision.
While the nature of the injury remains unclear, Washington Capitals head coach Spencer Carbery provided a brief update on the situation.
Spencer Carbery provides an update on Logan Thompson
Following the defeat, Spencer Carbery made himself available to the media, revealing the next steps regarding Logan Thompson.
«He'll be reevaluated when we get back home,» Carbery said.
According to RMNB, Thompson had given up three goals on 12 shots in the first frame before Lindgren took over. The 28-year-old backstop didn't suffer an apparent injury but did take a hard shot to the mask from Hurricanes defenseman Sean Walker, which caused a stoppage in play.
Logan Thompson has been a rock between the pipes all season.
Coming into last night's matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes, The Caps' goaltender boasted an impressive 31-5-6 record, posting a .912 SP (save percentage).
Hopefully, Logan Thompson will be ready to go when the playoffs kick off on April 19th.
More details to follow.
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