Oilers Receive Boost with Promising Evander Kane Injury Update

The Oilers have stumbled to a 2-4-1 start, and Kane’s absence has been felt both physically and offensively. Last season, Kane notched 24 goals and provided a hard-nosed, physical presence that the Oilers are sorely missing in the middle-six. While the team has struggled without him, the hope is that Kane’s return can inject much-needed energy into the lineup and help the Oilers make a strong playoff push.

Early talks assumed that the Oilers would coast into the playoff picture and then Kane’s return would be a huge addition in the postseason — almost like adding a deadline rental. Unfortunately, the Oilers aren’t coasting through anything and it appears they could use a player like him in their lineup now.

Kane’s Injury Update Could Be a Huge Plus For the Oilers

There’s still a long way between now and early 2025. That’s enough time for the Oilers to dig a hole too big to climb out of — much like they almost did in 2023-24. The team is going to have to find a way to spark their offense and string some wins together without Kane. Even if he returns two months earlier than expected, he won’t help if Edmonton doesn’t find a way to turn things around.

While Kane’s return date is now set for early 2025, a lot can change between now and then. The Oilers may continue to struggle, but if they can stay competitive and potentially make a key addition or two, getting Kane back could turn them into a legitimate Stanley Cup threat in the second half of the season.

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