Romanov will miss 6-8 months after undergoing surgery to repair a torn ACL in his right knee, the team announced Wednesday.
Analysis:Romanov will likely miss the rest of the 2026-27 regular season, but even in a best-case scenario, a potential return could come in the Islanders' final few games. He has no points, a plus-2 rating, three shots, five hits and seven blocks in three outings this year. Romanov's long-term absence will create an opportunity for Scott Mayfield or Matt Kessel to play more.
