In the latest edition of Ice Chips, we bring you all the latest injury news and roster updates from around the NHL. Brace yourselves for some exciting developments!
The Edmonton Oilers are making a bold move to shake things up as they look to snap a three-game losing streak to start the season. Leon Draisaitl has been shifted next to Connor McDavid and Zach Hyman in an effort to ignite the team’s offense. The Oilers have struggled out of the gate, being outscored 15-3 in their first three games. McDavid has managed two assists so far, while Draisaitl has only notched one goal. Can this new line combination turn things around for the Oilers as they face off against the Philadelphia Flyers?
In Toronto, goaltender Joseph Woll is making progress in his recovery. Woll hit the ice for a skate prior to Maple Leafs practice after being placed on injured reserve ahead of the season opener. Despite missing the first three games, Woll seems to be on track for a return. Coach Craig Berube expressed optimism about Woll’s potential participation in Wednesday’s optional skate before the matchup with the Los Angeles Kings. The 6-foot-3 netminder put up a solid performance last season, with a 12-11-1 record, 2.95 goals-against average, and .907 save percentage. Woll also made a playoff appearance before getting sidelined with an injury. Leafs fans will be eager to see him back in action soon.
Unfortunately, the injury bug has hit the Maple Leafs once again. Forward William Nylander was absent from practice due to illness. The team will miss Nylander’s offensive firepower as they prepare for upcoming games.
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