John Gibson, the Anaheim Ducks' goalie, will be sidelined for 3-6 weeks following an emergency appendectomy. Last season, he had a record of 13-27-2 with a 3.54 goals-against average.

With Gibson out, Lukas Dostal is expected to take on a heavier workload, while Calle Clang, a recent acquisition, may step in as backup. Gibson's absence will significantly affect the Ducks' goaltending strategy as he is the franchise leader in saves and games played by a goalie.