Jacob MacDonald - NHL News & Rumors

Lands on injured, non-roster list MacDonald was designated for non-roster, injured reserve Monday.

Impact MacDonald had hip surgery just last month and is expected to miss 5-6 months. The blue liner racked up a ridiculous 31 goals and 24 assists in 63 games with AHL Colorado last season. However, given the timing and severity of his injury, he's unlikely to make an impact in the NHL this season and can be ignored in fantasy leagues.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes hip surgery MacDonald underwent successful hip surgery Tuesday and is expected to miss 5-6 months.

Impact MacDonald didn't appear in the NHL last year but had a stellar season with AHL Colorado, racking up 31 goals, 24 assists, 46 PIM and a plus-24 rating over 63 appearances with the Eagles. However, the 32-year-old is expected to miss most of the 2025-26 campaign following his procedure.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Prospect Jacob MacDonald Announced as the AHL's Eddie Shore Award Winner for 2024-25 Season The Colorado Eagles announced today in a press release that defenseman Jacob MacDonald has earned the Eddie Shore Award, presented to the Am...

APRIL 23, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Jacob MacDonald Sets AHL Record For Most Goals In A Season By A Defenseman With two third period goals against the Ontario Reign on Apr. 16 Jacob MacDonald has set the AHL record for most goals in a season by a defe...

APRIL 17, 2025 • THEHOCKEYNEWS.COM

Sent back down MacDonald was reassigned to AHL Colorado on Tuesday.

Impact MacDonald was called up earlier in the day, but he was not needed to step into the lineup against the Red Wings. The 32-year-old defenseman could be called up again if Erik Johnson (lower body) remains sidelined for Thursday's game versus the Kings.

MARCH 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Summoned from minors MacDonald was called up from AHL Colorado on Tuesday.

Impact MacDonald has 27 goals and 50 points in 55 outings with the AHL's Eagles in 2024-25. He might draw into the lineup Tuesday versus Detroit because defensemen Samuel Girard (lower body) and Erik Johnson (lower body) are questionable, while Josh Manson (upper body) remains out.

MARCH 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to AHL MacDonald was placed on waivers Sunday with the purpose of being reassigned to AHL Colorado's training camp.

Impact MacDonald will start the season with AHL Colorado after signing a two-year contract with the organization in July. The 31-year-old spent the 2023-24 season with San Jose, registering nine points in 34 regular-season contests.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to rock MacDonald (undisclosed) participated in Colorado's informal skate Tuesday, Brennan Vogt of The-Rink.com reports.

Impact MacDonald sat out the final three games of the 2023-24 regular season due to injury, but he will be available for the start of training camp. He signed a two-year contract with the Avalanche in July after producing seven goals, two assists, 49 shots on net and 40 hits in 34 regular-season appearances with the Sharks last campaign. The versatile MacDonald will compete for a depth spot in the Colorado lineup as a forward or a defenseman.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Mile High City MacDonald (undisclosed) signed a two-year, $1.55 million contract with Colorado on Monday, according to PuckPedia.

Impact MacDonald provided seven goals, two assists, 49 shots on net and 40 hits in 34 regular-season contests with the Sharks in 2023-24. The 31-year-old has played three of his first five years with the Avalanche, so he should be familiar with the organization. MacDonald could see playing time in a depth capacity as a forward or a defenseman in 2024-25.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for remainder of season MacDonald (undisclosed) will miss the final two games of the 2023-24 season, according to Max Miller of The Hockey News.

Impact MacDonald wasn't able to play Saturday against Minnesota after getting injured in Thursday's 3-1 win over Seattle. He will conclude the campaign with seven goals, nine points, 49 shots on net and 40 hits in 34 appearances.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Poised to play MacDonald (undisclosed) is expected to play Saturday against Minnesota, according to Max Miller of The Hockey News.

Impact MacDonald won't miss any additional action after leaving Thursday's 3-1 loss to Seattle. He has accounted for seven goals, nine points, 49 shots on net and 40 hits in 34 contests this campaign.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Thursday's contest MacDonald (undisclosed) won't return to Thursday's game versus the Kraken.

Impact MacDonald was ruled out for the game early in the third period. He saw just 5:54 of ice time in the contest, and it's unclear why he exited the game. The Sharks' next game is Saturday versus the Wild.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Snaps goal drought MacDonald scored a goal in Tuesday's 3-2 overtime loss to the Flames.

Impact MacDonald converted on a pass from Mike Hoffman at 2:22 of the second period. The 31-year-old MacDonald snapped a 15-game goal drought dating back to Dec. 23 -- he's missed time both due to injury and as a healthy scratch in that span, and he also spent a stint at AHL San Jose. The winger/defenseman has seven goals, two assists, 49 shots on net, 39 hits and a minus-14 rating through 33 appearances this season.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Generates helper in loss MacDonald registered an assist in Thursday's 4-1 loss to the Lightning.

Impact MacDonald was expected to be scratched initially, but Mike Hoffman (upper body) wasn't able to suit up. The helper was MacDonald's first point since his goal Dec. 23 versus the Canucks. The winger/defenseman is up to eight points, 48 shots on net, 38 hits, 21 PIM and a minus-13 rating through 28 appearances this season, matching his point total form 58 contests a year ago.

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Playing Saturday MacDonald (illness) will return to the lineup versus Columbus on Saturday, according to Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now.

Impact MacDonald was a late scratch Thursday in Pittsburgh, forcing the Sharks to play with only five healthy defensemen. He has six goals and seven points in 24 games, as the 31-year-old veteran saw plenty of action as a fourth-line forward earlier in the campaign. He is expected to line up on the third pairing Saturday, alongside Calen Addison.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined Thursday MacDonald (illness) won't be in the lineup Thursday versus the Penguins, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact MacDonald has played in the last two games since he was called up last Friday. The 31-year-old was playing on defense after seeing time as a forward earlier in the year. His absence, combined with Jan Rutta (lower body) being out, leaves the Sharks with just five healthy blueliners for the contest. MacDonald's next chance to play is Saturday versus the Blue Jackets.

MARCH 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Recalled Friday MacDonald was summoned from AHL San Jose on Friday, per the AHL's transaction list.

Impact MacDonald has four assists in six contests with AHL San Jose in 2023-24. He has also collected six goals and seven points in 22 appearances with the Sharks.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hits waivers MacDonald was put on waivers Tuesday, according to Chris Johnston of The Athletic.

Impact MacDonald has been a versatile player for the Sharks this season, seeing playing time at forward and on defense. He has registered six goals, one assist and 34 shots on net over 22 appearances in 2023-24.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from IR MacDonald (lower body) was activated from injured reserve Monday, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact Mario Ferraro (lower body) was moved to injured reserve in a corresponding move. MacDonald, who hasn't been in the lineup since Dec. 23 against Vancouver, will be an option to play Tuesday versus Seattle. He has six goals, one assist, 31 shots on net and 14 hits in 17 appearances this campaign.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday MacDonald (lower body) won't be activated from IR for Saturday's game versus Buffalo, Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News reports.

Impact It'll be the 15th game MacDonald's missed since he was placed on injured reserve Dec. 27. The 30-year-old blueliner had six goals and seven points in 17 contests this season. MacDonald's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday against the Kraken.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday MacDonald (lower body) might be available to play Saturday versus Buffalo, according to Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

Impact MacDonald has six goals, seven points and 21 PIM in 17 contests while averaging 11:54 of ice time. There's no guarantee MacDonald will draw into the lineup once he's healthy.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return before break MacDonald (lower body) could return prior to the All-Star break, Max Miller of The Hockey News reports.

Impact MacDonald has missed the last 13 games with his lower-body issue, but it sounds like he could be ready to return before the end of January. He's picked up six goals and seven points through 17 contests this season.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not close to returning MacDonald (lower body) skated Saturday but is a ways away from playing, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports.

Impact MacDonald was last in the lineup Dec. 23. He has six goals, seven points, 21 PIM, 14 hits and nine blocks in 17 appearances this season. MacDonald might slot into the third pairing once he's healthy, but it wouldn't be surprising to also see him spend time in the press box.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On injured reserve MacDonald (undisclosed) was put on injured reserve Wednesday, per Curtis Pashelka of The San Jose Mercury News.

Impact MacDonald last played Saturday, so this move is presumably retroactive to that date, which would make him eligible to return Sunday versus Colorado. The 30-year-old defenseman has six goals and seven points in 17 contests this campaign. The Sharks might compensate for MacDonald's absence by dressing Calen Addison (lower body) on Wednesday if he's able to return or Henry Thrun if Addison remains unavailable.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deposits goal MacDonald scored a goal on two shots in Saturday's 7-4 loss to the Canucks.

Impact MacDonald got the Sharks within a goal in the third period, but they got no closer. The 30-year-old has tallied twice over the last four contests since he was scratched twice in a row. He's bounced around between a bottom-six forward role and a third-pairing role on defense based on the personnel the Sharks have available for any given game. MacDonald is at six goals -- double what he had over his first four NHL campaigns combined -- with one assists, 31 shots on net, 14 hits, 21 PIM and a minus-10 rating through 17 outings.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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