Practice update
Drew Doughty, who left last night's game after the second period with flu symptoms, did not practice today but did cardio work on a bike and is likely to practice tomorrow. Word is that he felt better today.
Apparently there was no injury issue with Wayne Simmonds, who practiced today as normal.
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In this era of no disclosure on injuries, I sure as hell hope that Doughty isn't suffering anything more than "flu-like symptoms," because we suffered through a period of time a few years ago when instead of Tip A King, it was Tip A King Over!
I agree with you Marc...See my name!
I think he looked pretty good in the game, until he left...He skates so well! Really have to wonder if it is the flu...
Doughty did get popped pretty good after taking a shot at the end of the first period by Getzlaf, but what would be the reason for hiding the fact that there's an injury? Doughty looks great, I hope to see him a little bit bigger soon. I don't think he should have slimmed down because he looks a little small to be honest, though I know he's really not small.
If Simmonds wasn't hurt, then why did he only play 6 minutes? Was there some other issue?
I'm wondering if Doughty wasn't the ONLY one with flu-like suymptoms...