Matthew Benning did not return to action after colliding with Viktor Stalberg in the first period. The collision resulted in a hit to the head, and Benning went off and never came back. His injury, let alone the severity, is unclear.
However, with a three-game slide to start the unofficial second half of the season, this is not good news for the Oilers. Benning has become a reliable right-hand defenseman who can also move the puck and be trusted. By the same token, he could absolutely develop into a quality top-four defenceman.
While there’s nothing on the injury now, let’s hope that it isn’t serious and that Benning returns soon.