Josh Norris

ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Sophomore forward Josh Norris of the University of Michigan ice hockey team will miss the remainder of the 2018-19 season due to an injury sustained during the 2019 IIHF World Junior Championship that will require surgery.

"It's disappointing to have my season end and I'm going to miss being on the ice with my teammates every day, but it's something that I have to take care of," said Norris. "I am looking forward to working hard during rehab and am excited to get back on the ice. I'm going to be here supporting my teammates throughout the rest of the season and wish them the best of luck."

Norris was having a breakout sophomore campaign, appearing in 17 games with 19 points (10 goals, 9 assists). His 10 goals are tied for a team high, and he ranks second in points behind classmate and World Junior teammate Quinn Hughes . Norris' 10 goals are tied for seventh most in the nation and third most in the Big Ten Conference.

"I feel bad for Josh. He was having an outstanding season," said head coach Mel Pearson . "Knowing him, he will work extremely hard to come back stronger and become an even better player. We look forward to having Josh continue to be a part of our team this season."

Michigan will return to action Thursday, Jan. 24, when it hosts Penn State at Yost Ice Arena. The two teams will then square off Saturday, Jan. 26, in New York City in the annual Big Ten Super Saturday at Madison Square Garden. [ Tickets ]