St. Louis Blues announce their top defender will miss significant time due to injury
The St. Louis Blues have placed defenceman Torey Krug on long-term injured reserved due to a lower-body injury and he will be re-evaluated in six weeks.
In 31 games this season, Krug has five goals and 17 points.
The 31-year-old, last played on December 23rd against the Vegas Golden Knights. He recorded two assists in a 5-4 loss, with 22:57 in ice time.
The Blues recalled defenceman Tyler Tucker from the AHL's Springfield Thunderbirds to fill the roster spot.
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