In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, as the NHL gears up for the highly anticipated matchup between Connor McDavid and Sidney Crosby, another emotional narrative unfolds: Jesse Puljujarvi’s return to Edmonton to face his former team. Meanwhile, the Oilers have promising news regarding Evander Kane, who may return to the lineup sooner than expected, providing a much-needed boost to a team struggling for consistency. Additionally, McDavid has voiced his enthusiasm for teaming up with Crosby at the upcoming 4 Nations Face-Off, advocating for Crosby to wear the captain’s ‘C’. He’s calling the decision a “no-brainer.”
Evander Kane’s Return to Oilers Expected by Early 2025
There’s potentially good news for the Oilers as forward Evander Kane’s return to the lineup may come sooner than expected. Initially projected to be sidelined until March or possibly the remainder of the 2024-25 NHL season, Kane might now rejoin the team by early 2025. NHL insider Kevin Weekes recently reported that Kane is on track for a comeback after undergoing surgeries to address multiple core injuries.
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Kane’s return would provide a significant boost for the Oilers, who have been struggling to find consistency in their performance this season. Weekes shared, “I’m told F Evander Kane is on track for his return to the Edmonton Oilers lineup from his injuries/surgery, etc., for early 2025.” This is ahead of schedule as early projections sounded like he could potentially be little more than a playoff addition.
The prospect of having Kane back on the ice is encouraging for both the team and its fans. Known for his scoring ability and physical play, Kane’s attributes are missing from the lineup this season. And, because the team isn’t scoring as they’d have hoped, his 20-plus goals are missed too.
Jesse Puljujarvi Set to Face Former Team Oilers for the First Time
While most eyes are focused on the much-anticipated matchup between McDavid and Crosby, Jesse Puljujarvi’s return to Edmonton shouldn’t be overlooked. This marks Puljujarvi’s first game against the Oilers since his departure, and he shared his thoughts in an interview with Daily Hive.
“I’m excited to play my first game against the Oilers,” Puljujarvi expressed. “Lots of memories—played my…
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