With the news that broke out last week that the Edmonton Oilers lost one of their defenceman to a season injury was devastating. It seemed like the team, and the organization was trending in the right direction in the offseason so far.
With the additions of an upgraded coaching staff, solid draft prospects and critical depth signings it looked like the Oilers were primed to get training camp rolling next month. The team needed to get everything to give the fans and their critics a strong showing to kick off the season strong.
With the injury that Andrej Sekera suffered in his offseason workout, it was announced he would be out after rupturing his Achilles tendon.