Capitals defenseman Desharnais undergoes appendectomy, out 4-6 weeks
ESPN NHL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 3:28 PM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
Vincent Desharnais of the Washington Capitals had an appendectomy on October 20 and will be sidelined for four to six weeks. This development comes early in the NHL season as the Capitals look to solidify their defensive lineup. The team has not indicated any immediate plans for his replacement as they prepare for upcoming games. His recovery timeline will be monitored closely by the medical staff and team management.
- •Vincent Desharnais had surgery on October 20.
- •He is expected to miss 4-6 weeks.
- •The Capitals will need to adjust their defensive strategy.
- •No immediate replacement has been announced.
- 4:21 PMESPN NHL — Caps D Desharnais out 4-6 weeks following appendectomy
"The Capitals announced veteran defenseman Vincent Desharnais had an appendectomy on Thursday and will be sidelined for the next four to six weeks.
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