Now, they do have some players that are nearing a return. As they ready to face off against the New York Rangers Sunday, Edmonton will have Kassian in the lineup.
The winger has been out for a week following a lower-body injury, but now, he is ready to return to the ice.
“I’m 100 percent and excited to get back,” Kassian said following Saturday’s practice.
With Kassian expected to return, the Oilers have reassigned winger Taylor Beck to the Bakersfield Condors.
The 6-foot-3, 217-pound winger has been a force for the Oilers this season.