Babcock: Andersen shows no concussion symptoms, won't play vs. CBJ
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Frederik Andersen won't play Sunday in the club's final regular-season game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, head coach Mike Babcock confirmed, according to David Alter of the Athletic.
That said, the news surrounding Andersen - who left Saturday's game with an undisclosed injury - appears good as Babcock stated he showed "no symptoms of a concussion."
Babcock said Andersen should be well enough to return to practice Monday and is expected to start Game 1 of the playoffs, according to Alter.
The 27-year-old was forced from the playoff-clinching game mid-way through the second period after a collision with Pittsburgh Penguins forward Tom Sestito.
In turn, Curtis McElhinney - who picked up the win - will get the start against his former team.
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