The Calgary Flames offered an harm replace on Monday, and it’s not excellent news for the staff or for ahead Anthony Mantha. Mantha would require surgical procedure on an ACL harm and it’s anticipated to maintain him out for the rest of the season.
Surgical procedure will happen this Thursday and he won’t be again within the lineup this yr, doubtlessly marking the tip of his tenure with the Flames. Mantha signed a one-year contract in free company this offseason and can change into a pending UFA this summer time.
.@MFradiology Harm Replace: Ahead Anthony Mantha would require surgical procedure on an ACL harm. Surgical procedure will happen this Thursday and he might be out for the rest of the season. pic.twitter.com/Bpd3fRFfbb
— Calgary Flames (@NHLFlames) November 11, 2024
It’s not clear what the Flames’ plans for Mantha this yr have been, however initially, it was believed he may have been a commerce asset at this season’s deadline. Now, unable to play and never again earlier than the deadline comes and goes, the Flames will be unable to maneuver him, assuming that was their plan.
In 13 video games with the Flames this season, Mantha had 4 objectives and 7 factors. He has frolicked with the Vegas Golden Knights, Washington Capitals, and Detroit Purple Wings all through his 10 seasons within the NHL.
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