Vancouver Canucks defenseman Erik Gudbranson will undergo season-ending shoulder surgery after he was hurt during a Nov. 22 game against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The 26-year-old has missed 12 games so far, the team said on Twitter, with a statement from head coach Travis Green: 鈥淕uddy鈥檚 been playing through it and I know he didn鈥檛 want to end his season, but it鈥檚 best for him long term.鈥�
Gudbranson has five points in 52 games played this season with 35 penalty minutes and a minus seven rating. He signed a three-year contract extension on Feb. 20.
Vancouver currently has eight skaters on the injured reserve.
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Gudbranson was removed from the active roster today to undergo upcoming shoulder surgery.
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