NHL injury update: Seattle Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour sidelined after hand surgery

The Seattle Kraken announced that the defenseman Brandon Montour will be out of commission in the long run after having surgery on his hand. The move was done after the team had decided to put Montour on injured reserve, which indicated that it would take a few weeks before he comes back.Montour had not attended recent games after dropping out of a match. The loss of a major defenseman by the Seattle Kraken puts a strain on an already struggling team that struggles with inconsistency.Seattle Kraken defenseman Brandon Montour does not expect to play anywhere in about four weeks after undergoing hand surgery. The 31-year-old has not played in the last three games, and Seattle even won recently against the Anaheim Ducks because his recovery is among the priorities of the team.Before the injury, Brandon Montour scored six goals and 10 assists in 27 games, and his average ice time was approximately 22 minutes per game, which is second on the Seattle Kraken. He was an important element in the Seattle lineup as he was capable of playing offensively despite playing such heavy defensive duties.The injury occurred to Montour when he played a game against the Colorado Avalanche, leaving the game prematurely. He will be back in action between mid and late January, projecting his returns depending on progress.Being a regular NHL injury news, the situation with Brandon Montour will be under observation because the Seattle Kraken will have to shuffle their defense lines and seek to stay afloat without this player.Also Read: Net worth of Auston Matthews in 2025: Details on Toronto Maple Leafs captain's earnings, salary, and contracts