Ducks' Fowler sidelined with facial fracture
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Anaheim Ducks defenseman Cam Fowler will have surgery Friday after suffering injuries to his orbital bone, cheekbone, and upper jaw bone, the team announced Wednesday.
A timetable for his return will be announced following the procedure.
Fowler suffered the injury Monday against the Nashville Predators when he was hit in the face with a puck.
He's picked up three goals and seven assists in 19 games this season.
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