Edmonton lost the three-time Hart Trophy winner to an upper-body injury on Saturday, announcing on Sunday that he'd be out for 1-2 weeks. It's the first time the 26-year-old centre is missing action due to injury since the 2021-22 season.
"So what an opportunity it is to show what kind of team we are and for some individuals to step up and take a little bit more responsibility." The high-powered Oilers were set on competing for the Stanley Cup prior to the season's start after back-to-back eliminations from the Western Conference final and the second round.
"Obviously you're missing a big piece in all aspects of the game — even-strength, power play and penalty kill now too," he said.
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