Injury Update: Tyler Seguin
On December 2, 2025, in New York City, Tyler Seguin, the Dallas Stars center wearing jersey number 91, suffered a severe injury during a game against the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden. Teammates Roope Hintz and Ilya Lyubushkin assisted him as he was helped off the ice due to an injury to his right knee, which has since been diagnosed as a torn ACL. This injury is a significant setback for a Dallas team that is already dealing with a number of player absences.
Coach’s Statement
Dallas Stars head coach Glen Gulutzan stated on Wednesday that Seguin’s recovery will sideline him for the remainder of the NHL season. The 33-year-old forward, who previously struggled with his health, faced this unfortunate twist after becoming entangled with Rangers defenseman Vladislav Gavrikov in the opening period of the game. After falling to the ice in obvious distress, Seguin was unable to skate and required the assistance of teammates and an athletic trainer to exit the arena with additional support to reach the locker room.
“It’s a tough day for us today with the news. Other guys now have to step in and play,”
Gulutzan remarked, reflecting on the situation.
Previous Season and Team Adaptability
This latest injury follows a difficult previous season for Seguin, who missed a substantial portion of the last year due to hip surgery but made a strong return in time for the playoffs where the Stars reached the Western Conference final. Gulutzan praised Seguin’s work ethic and leadership during his recovery:
“He’s a great leader for us and a great pro,”
he noted.
In response to Seguin’s unexpected exit from the lineup, Nathan Bastian is expected to fill in during the next game against the New Jersey Devils. Furthermore, the coaching staff is hopeful that Matt Duchene, who is also currently injured, will be ready to return soon and provide the team with added depth and contribution when he comes back.
“If Duchy comes back, he’s going to have to take some of that. Other players like Mavrik Bourque will also have increased opportunities. This situation will reveal who can rise to the occasion amidst these challenges,”
Gulutzan concluded, emphasizing the importance of resilience in sports.
