Oilers Face Huge Blow Ahead of Round 2 vs Knights
Oilers Face Huge Blow Ahead of Round 2 vs Knights
The Edmonton Oilers are gearing up for their second-round playoff series against the Vegas Golden Knights, but they’ll have to do it without one of their key defensemen, Mattias Ekholm. According to head coach Kris Knoblauch, Ekholm will not be available for the series due to an undisclosed injury.
Ekholm’s absence will be deeply felt by the Oilers, who have relied heavily on the 34-year-old rearguard since he was acquired in 2023. In his time with the team, Ekholm has been a cornerstone of Edmonton’s blue line, providing a steady presence in front of the net and on the power play. This season, he chipped in with nine goals and 33 points in 65 games, ranking third on the team in average ice time
