Alexander Romanov Out 6-8 Months Due to Torn ACL

The New York Islanders confirmed defenseman Alexander Romanov will undergo surgery for a torn ACL in his right knee, sidelining him for 6-8 months and ending his season. The injury occurred against the New York Rangers in just his third game back from shoulder surgery. Romanov, who signed a long-term contract through 2033 with a full no-trade clause kicking in on July 1, will have played just 18 games over two seasons. The Islanders must now adjust their blue-line pairings ahead of Thursday's game.