Zegras, Mintyukov out at least 6 weeks with injuries

Anaheim Ducks forward Trevor Zegras and defenseman Pavel Mintyukov will both miss at least six weeks due to injuries sustained in Tuesday's victory over the Nashville Predators, the team announced.

Zegras broke his left ankle and could miss up to eight weeks, while Mintyukov is sidelined with a separated shoulder.

This marks Zegras' second lengthy injury stint of the season. He returned to Anaheim's lineup Dec. 23 after a 20-game absence due to a lower-body ailment. The 22-year-old has struggled to produce when healthy, collecting only four goals and three assists in 20 appearances. Teams have reportedly inquired about his availability during his down year, but the Ducks aren't actively shopping him.

Zegras notched a career-high 65 points last season and was rewarded with a three-year, $17.5-million contract in October.

Mintyukov, the 10th overall pick in 2022, has made a strong impression in his rookie season. He ranks third among all rookie blue-liners in points (19) and eighth in average ice time (18:06) while appearing in all 40 games.

The Ducks currently sit 29th in the standings at 14-25-1.

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