Desjardins Out Indefinitely

Philadelphia defenseman Eric Desjardins will be out indefinitely after hyperextending his left knee in Sunday’s 5-4 victory over Detroit.

Tests done on Desjardins on Monday revealed the hyperextension as well as a partial ligament injury and bone bruising.

Desjardins already has begun rehabilitation, but the doctor would not set a timetable for his return.

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The New Jersey Devils acquired veteran center Sergei Nemchinov from the New York Islanders for a fourth-round draft pick in 1999. . . . Dallas defenseman Richard Matvichuk is expected to miss at least 10 days after he was put on injured reserve because of a sprained knee. . . . The Washington Capitals sent left wing Tom Chorske to the Calgary Flames for future considerations.