Robin Lehner speaks for the first time since not reporting to Vegas Golden Knights training camp

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Tyler Ball
September 21, 2024 (3:24 PM)

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With training camp underway Vegas Golden Knights goalie Robin Lehner has made a statement regarding his unexpected absence to begin the season.

Robin Lehner has been away from the game of hockey since the 2021-22 season due to various health problems. Despite not playing many around the league believed Robin Lehner would still at least be in attendance for the start of the Vegas Golden Knights training camp to take his physical. This ended up not being the case and Robin Lehner was not seen or heard from but today that all changed with a new statement.

Robin Lehner provides a statement on his future with the Vegas Golden Knights

In a new piece done by Sportsnet Robin Lehner spoke about his future in the NHL. According to the statement from Robin Lehner he has made it clear to all those involved why he is not at training camp as he awaits things to be cleared up.

All I can say at this time is everyone knows why I couldn't be there. I am waiting calmly for things to be sorted out.

This statement from Robin Lehner is a stark difference from the one made by Vegas Golden Knights General Manager Kelly McCrimmon. When the Golden Knights made a statement they confirmed Robin Lehner was unfit to play but made it seem as though he was unwilling to report to training camp.

(Robin) not be reporting to the club this year, Vegas GM Kelly McCrimmon said Thursday. He continues to be unfit to play. There are unique circumstances surrounding this situation that the NHL, the NHLPA and (Vegas) are working through. Collectively, we are assessing our next steps, and when we have more to say, we will.

With this news coming out it seems as though Robin Lehner's successful NHL career could be coming to an end. After struggles with addiction, Robin Lehner came out the other side and became a Vezina Trophy-level goaltender for the Vegas Golden Knights and New York Islanders. At his best Robin Lehner posted a 2.13 goals against average and a 0.930 save percentage with the New York Islanders.

Now, with the NHL season approaching rapidly, it is clear that the 2024-25 NHL season will not involve Robin Lehner on an NHL roster. Hopefully, Robin Lehner is getting the proper support and care he needs to deal with whatever is keeping him away from the game he loves so much. As more information is provided, we will continue to update this situation.

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