On Monday, Markstrom entered the New Jersey Devils' game against the Columbus Blue Jackets in the third period, taking over for Jake Allen, who had to leave the game with cramping. In the final 20 minutes, Markstrom made eight saves on nine shots to secure New Jersey's 3-2 victory.
In the final seconds of the period, Markstrom looked to be shaken up but finished the game.
On Wednesday afternoon, Devils head coach Sheldon Keefe announced that Markstrom will miss "a couple of weeks" with a lower-body injury.
"I feel terrible for him," Allen told reporters after Wednesday's practice. "Obviously, partly my fault, so I take responsibility for it."
Ahead of the team's Wednesday practice, the team recalled Nico Daws from the Utica Comets of the American Hockey League (AHL). He took part in the club's afternoon practice along with Jake Allen and an emergency backup.
"I will try to help contribute anyway I can and just enjoy the experience," Daws told reporters.
Allen does not doubt that the youngster won't be impactful during his time with the Devils.
"He is a good goalie," Allen shared. "He has played a lot of NHL hockey games. He has played a lot more games than a lot of other goalies in the league. He should have all the confidence in the world. He is a really good kid and a good person. He paid his dues. He is going to get his chance at some point. It is just a matter of time. Opportunities are always different for people in this league. He will be good for us."
The Devils' home opener at Prudential Center is scheduled for Thursday evening as they host the visiting Florida Panthers.
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