David Reinbacher’s absence from the Laval Rocket’s roster during their recent road trip has raised some concerns. Earlier this week, the team confirmed that the young defenseman would not be traveling with the team.
In a radio interview, Rocket’s coach Pascal Vincent shed some light on Reinbacher’s injury. The 19-year-old has been out since March 19, following an injury sustained in his last game. While Vincent didn’t go into specifics about the nature of the injury, he hinted that it might be related to Reinbacher’s knee, which had previously caused issues during preseason.
The Rocket's head coach emphasized the importance of caution when dealing with Reinbacher’s recovery. While he described the injury as "nothing major," the lack of clarity has led to growing concerns. Fans and analysts alike are wondering whether Reinbacher's knee has been aggravated, which could complicate his progression toward the NHL.
The Canadiens are understandably tight-lipped about the details, but the stakes are high for Reinbacher. His development is crucial for the team, especially given the limited depth on the right side of the defense. The organization can’t afford any setbacks, so the hope remains that the injury is minor and doesn’t hinder his potential to join the Canadiens in the near future.