Avalanche's Samuel Girard Ruled Out for Game 2 Due to Concussion
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Samuel Girard, defenseman for the Colorado Avalanche, will miss Game 2 against the Winnipeg Jets on Tuesday due to a concussion.
Girard has been sidelined for the past three games as a result of the concussion.
During the regular season, Girard made significant contributions with 3 goals, 15 assists, 76 hits, and 99 blocks in 58 games.
Caleb Jones will continue to step in on the Avalanche’s blue line in Girard’s absence.
In Game 2, Cale Makar, Devon Toews, and Sean Walker are anticipated to log substantial minutes once again for the Avalanche.
Girard’s next opportunity to return to action will be in Game 3, which is set to take place in Colorado on Friday. Upon clearance to play, Girard is expected to assume a bottom-four role.
