The season started off so well for Brad Richardson, as he was on pace for career highs in goals and assists. Then on November 17th, it all went wrong for the 32-year-old veteran center for the Coyotes.
While playing against his former team, the Vancouver Canucks, Richardson was involved in a hit that led to an awkward fall that fractured his right tibia and fibula. The fractures required surgery and months of rehab. Despite some signs that he would be able to return to play this season, his recovery took another route.