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Islanders could be staring at worst-case scenario with Matias Maccelli

The New York Islanders could be looking at a very tough break for Matias Maccelli, amid a strong start to the season.

By Nestor Quixtan · Eyes on Isles

Published: Sunday, 18 October 2026 at 8:57 AM

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New York Islanders forward Matias Maccelli exited Saturday's game against Toronto with a suspected serious lower-body injury.
The New York Islanders defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 at Scotiabank Arena.
Forward Calum Ritchie also departed early in the first period with an unconfirmed lower-body injury.

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The New York Islanders defeated the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-1 on Saturday, but the victory was marred by an injury to Matias Maccelli. The forward exited during the first period with an awkward fall resulting in a lower-body injury. Medical expert Dr. Harjas Grewal suggested Maccelli might face a high ankle sprain, an MCL injury, or potentially a torn ACL.

The Islanders also lost forward Calum Ritchie to a lower-body injury after just one shift in the first period. Despite playing with 10 forwards, New York secured the win behind two goals from Simon Holmstrom, a goal and an assist from Bo Horvat, and 28 saves by Ilya Sorokin.

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