Mikhail Sergachev of the Tampa Bay Lightning will not play in the upcoming games due to injury. He has been absent from recent matches, and the team is hopeful for his return before the new year. Sean Day has been recalled from Syracuse, indicating Sergachev's continued absence. Coach Jon Cooper expressed optimism about Sergachev's potential return for the following game on December 27. However, Sergachev's absence has persisted, and it is uncertain if he will play in the upcoming matches against the Rangers and Canadiens.
Seems like Mikhail Sergachev might not play in either game of this weekend’s #GoBolts back-to-back. Definitely out tonight vs. #NYR, seems doubtful tomorrow vs. #GoHabsGo.
Mikhail Sergachev will not play tonight for #GoBolts against Rangers. Andrei Vasilevskiy will start tonight vs NY.
#Lightning Mikhail Sergachev skated for about 20 minutes today but is not expected to play Saturday night against the #Rangers.
Jon Cooper confirmed Mikhail Sergachev will not play tonight. They’re hopeful he’ll be able to return in one of the #Bolts next two games before the new year.
No Sergachev tonight for #Lightning
Everyone is here for morning skate, including Mikhail Sergachev and Sean Day, who was recalled from Syracuse earlier today.
As #GoBolts get set to return to the ice tonight against Florida to open a 3-game homestand, D Sean Day has been recalled from Syracuse, likely means Sergachev not ready to return yet
Sergachev is out for tonight’s game at #AllCaps , but Glendening should play. #GoBolts coach Jon Cooper said the hope is that Sergachev can still return for following game on Dec. 27 vs Florida. He didn’t make the trip to DC. Sean Day is still here with the team.