New York Islanders forward Anthony Duclair helped off the ice after suffering a lower body injury

Injuries are a part of the game when it comes to hockey but anytime a serious injury is suffered by a player it is unfortunate. Tonight against the Montreal Canadiens Anthony Duclair of the New York Islanders suffered a significant injury to his right leg.

According to Elliotte Friedman, the Islanders forward twisted his leg awkwardly which led to the injury and his immediate exit from the game.

The Islanders have been relatively lucky with their injuries to this point but this one will leave a big hole in their lineup. The Islanders' opponent the Montreal Canadiens suffered a similar loss to their lineup after forward Patrik Laine was injured. Laine suffered a knee injury during a preseason game against the Toronto Maple Leafs.

This injury will be incredibly frustrating for Anthony Duclair who was enjoying his fresh start with the New York Islanders. After spending last season split between the San Jose Sharks and Tampa Bay Lightning Anthony Duclair was looking to get back to being in a star role. To do so Duclair decided to sign a 4-year deal with the New York Islanders. Anthony Duclair's emergence eventually led the New York Islanders to waive veteran forward Pierre Engvall.

Through 4 games with the Islanders, it seems he had found that role as he had tallied 3 points. In his best season, Anthony Duclair scored 58 points for the Florida Panthers. Before this setback, Anthony Duclair was on pace to smash that record with his early season success. If he is out for an extended period of time this could majorly impact his success and progress towards a career year.

Hopefully, this injury will not be a long-term one for Anthony Duclair and he will be able to get back to his bounce-back season again soon.