Kris Knoblauch Provides Crucial Injury Updates On Connor McDavid And Connor Brown After Practice
During his post practice press conference Edmonton Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch has addressed Connor McDavid leaving practice early.
This afternoon, Connor McDavid caused panic as he left practice early after a conversation with the training staff.
While McDavid has not dealt with any reported injuries throughout the Stanley Cup Playoffs this caused major speculation that he might be dealing with a new injury.
After practice, Knoblauch took to the podium and addressed McDavid's health and cleared up any speculation about what occurred at practice.
Kris Knoblauch Gives An Update On Connor McDavid's Injury Scare After Practice
During the press conference the first order of business was a proper update on McDavid.
According to Knoblauch, there is nothing to be concerned about long-term with McDavid and he will be fully available for Game 1.
This is a major sigh of relief for the Edmonton Oilers fan base and a good sign for the upcoming series against the Florida Panthers.
Knoblauch then went on to address Connor Brown's health and admits that things are less certain with him but he will likely play in Game 1.
While these updates are reassuring regarding the health of both Brown and McDavid a lot can still change before Game 1 on Wednesday.
With Zach Hyman already done for the season with his wrist injury, the Edmonton Oilers will need all hands on deck so these positive updates on potential injuries are a huge sigh of relief.
As Game 1 draws closer, we will continue to provide all of the latest injury updates on the Edmonton Oilers.
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JUIN 1 | 502 ANSWERS Kris Knoblauch Provides Crucial Injury Updates On Connor McDavid And Connor Brown After Practice Do you think Connor McDavid and Connor Brown will play in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals? | ||
| Yes both | 402 | 80.1 % |
| Only McDavid | 88 | 17.5 % |
| Only Brown | 5 | 1 % |
| No neither will play | 7 | 1.4 % |
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