In a brutal turn of events during Game 5 of the Anaheim Ducks' playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights, center Ryan Poehling was forced off the ice after a late hit from defenseman Brayden McNabb. The moment was tough to watch, as Poehling—who has been a key addition since the Trevor Zegras trade—needed help getting to the locker room.

The NHL handed McNabb a one-game suspension for Game 6, even though the hit itself sparked debate over whether it warranted discipline. But for Ducks fans, the bigger question is: When will Poehling return?

As of now, the team is staying quiet on a timeline. Head coach Joel Quenneville confirmed there's no further update on Poehling's upper-body injury, adding that the medical staff is still evaluating how long he'll be out. For now, Jansen Harkins is expected to step into the lineup.

This is a tough blow for the Ducks, who trail the series 3-2. If they can rally and force a Game 7, there might be more clarity on Poehling's status. For now, fans can only hope for good news and a speedy recovery for a player who's become a reliable presence down the middle.