Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal out with torn calf muscle for 1-2 months
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Last updated Oct 13, 2026
Jordan Staal, captain of the Carolina Hurricanes, will be sidelined for one to two months due to a torn calf muscle. Staal, who played a pivotal role in the Hurricanes' Stanley Cup victory last season as the playoff MVP, suffered the injury recently. His absence could impact the team as they navigate the early parts of the season. The Hurricanes will need to adjust their lineup in response to his extended recovery time.
- •Jordan Staal injured his calf muscle and will miss 1-2 months.
- •He was the playoff MVP in the Hurricanes' Stanley Cup win last season.
- •Carolina needs to adjust their lineup during his absence.
- •Staal's injury comes as the NHL season is underway.
- 5:13 PMESPN — Canes captain Staal to miss 1-2 months with torn calf muscle
"Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal, the playoff MVP in their Stanley Cup championship last season, will miss one to two months with a torn calf muscle.
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