Edmonton Oilers Stars Open Up About Their Adventures During the 4 Nations Face-Off Break
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Today the Edmonton Oilers returned to action on the ice and before the game several players opened up about their adventures during the NHL break.
While he and Mattias Ekholm were playing in the tournament most of the Edmonton Oilers squad was enjoying a break from the grind of an NHL season.
During their media availability today, several of the team's biggest stars spoke about how they spent their off-time recharging for the final push in this NHL season.
Edmonton Oilers Players Reveal How They Spent The 4 Nations Face-Off Break
Every player who was not part of the 4 Nations Face-Off had a different approach to how they would spend their off time away from the rink.
Some players like Darnell Nurse and Jeff Skinner got away and went on exotic vacations.
Ate lots of food in Hawaii, Nurse said.
I went to Florida for a few days, Jeff Skinner said.
I went to Florida for a few days, Jeff Skinner said.
Even development coach Paul Coffey spoke about getting away and heading to Cabo for a couple of days.
I just chilled, went to Cabo. It was great, development coach Paul Coffey said.
While some took vacations elsewhere others just took the time to relax and do activities they enjoy or to be with family.
Taking care of a toddler and a 3-week-old - Kasperi Kapanen
A lot of golf, - Jeff Skinner
A lot of golf, - Jeff Skinner
Each player had their own way of getting themselves mentally and physically recharged and ready for a stretch run where the Edmonton Oilers are looking to gain a top seed in the Western Conference.
Things started off a bit rocky in the team's first game back with a 6-3 loss to the Philadelphia Flyers.
Hopefully, the Oilers shook off the rust in that game and can come back strong in the upcoming games before the NHL trade deadline.
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