Capitals F Ryan Leonard (shoulder) out 3-4 weeks
Dec 3, 2025; San Jose, California, USA; Washington Capitals right winger Ryan Leonard (9) celebrates after scoring a goal against the San Jose Sharks in the first period at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images Washington Capitals forward Ryan Leonard will be sidelined three to four weeks with a shoulder injury, the team announced Thursday.
Leonard was injured by a hit from Anaheim defenseman Jacob Trouba during the Capitals' 4-3 shootout loss to the Ducks last Friday. He was placed on injured reserve two days later.
Coach Spencer Carbery elaborated on Leonard's injuries on Thursday, telling reporters that while the forward sustained "some facial injuries," it was not a head injury or concussion.
Leonard, 20, has 18 points (seven goals, 11 assists) in 29 games this season. He was selected by the Capitals with the eighth overall pick of the 2023 NHL Draft.
--Field Level Media
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