Sharks’ Will Smith Out Until January with Upper-Body Injury

BREAKING: The San Jose Sharks will be without winger Will Smith until at least January due to an upper-body injury. Sharks’ head coach Ryan Warsofsky confirmed on Monday that Smith’s condition, stemming from an incident on December 13 against the Pittsburgh Penguins, will keep him sidelined for several weeks.

“Smitty’s going to be out here week to week,” Warsofsky stated during the press conference. “We’re going to reevaluate him in the new year.” This announcement impacts the Sharks significantly as they navigate the competitive NHL season.

Smith has been placed on injured reserve as of last Monday, leaving a gap in the Sharks’ lineup. Warsofsky did not provide specific details regarding the injury but highlighted that Smith is “making steps daily to getting better. So that’s the big positive.”

As the Sharks prepare for their upcoming games, fans and teammates will be eagerly awaiting updates on Smith’s recovery. His absence is felt not just on the ice but also in the locker room, where his contributions have been pivotal this season.

Stay tuned for more updates on Will Smith’s condition and the Sharks’ performance as they face the challenges ahead without one of their key players.