Nashville Predators injury report ft. Roman Josi, Filip Forsberg, and more

The Nashville Predators are fifth in the Central Division with 78 points, fighting for a place in the playoffs. But the problem for the Predators is an increasing injury list at a crucial phase of the season. They have lost three of their last five games and would want all the players to return to fitness for a better run in the upcoming games.

Roman Josi and Juuso Parssinen are under day-to-day observation

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Roman Josi is currently suffering from an upper-body injury and is under day-to-day observation. He has played 67 games, averaging 25 minutes on the ice. Apart from his defensive duties, he has scored 18 goals and assisted in 41 more.

Juuso Parssinen is suffering from an upper-body infection and is under day-to-day observation. Although his contribution to the team has been minimal, with five goals and 18 assists, the Predators will still want him to recover soon.

Mark Borowiecki and Filip Forsberg are likely to return on March 23

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Defender Mark Borowiecki had a problem with his upper body but is expected to be fit by March 23. Though he has not played much this season, his availability is likely to provide options to the team in this crucial phase.

On the other hand, Filip Forsberg is tied for third in the teams' goal-scoring list with 19 goals and 23 assists. He is suffering from an upper-body injury and has missed the last few games due to this. He is expected to return on March 23, which is good news for the Predators.

Nashville Predators will miss the services of Alexandre Carrier and Ryan Johansen for the longer term

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Defender Alexandre Carrier is fighting with an upper-body injury and is expected to stay out for at least two more weeks. Carrier has been a solid force to contend with for the Predators. He played a crucial role in the team's success this season. In the last five games before Carrier got injured, the Predators conceded only eight goals with him on the ice. Apart from defense, he has nine goal contributions to his name.

Meanwhile, Ryan Johansen is facing problems with his leg and is expected to be out of action for the next two months. In the 55 games of the season, Johansen has done a great job with 30 goal contributions. His delayed recovery can hurt the Nashville Predators more as they fight for survival.