For the first time since 2010, John Carlson is unable to play for the Washington Capitals.
He gave the pre-game skate a try on Monday, but ultimately couldn’t make it against the Buffalo Sabres, ending his consecutive games played streak at an impressive 412 games.
John Carlson (lower body) is a scratch for tonight's game. His games played streak ends at 412.#CapitalsTalk
— Chuck Gormley (@CharlesAGormley) December 29, 2015
The #Caps John Carlson (lower body) scratched tonight's His games played streak ends at 412 - the 1st game he has missed since 4/6/10 #NHL
— WTOP Sports (@WTOPSports) December 29, 2015
It’s not as if the 25-year-old was just getting in games, either, as he’s quietly become a key defenseman in Washington.
Carlson already has 27 points in 34 games this season, and he’s not really a slouch in his own end, either.
The Capitals hope to keep their winning streak going without him.