The Edmonton Oilers have placed defenseman Mark Fayne on the injured reserve and recalled defenseman Ben Betker from Bakersfield.
Fayne was injured in the first period of the Oilers 3-2 win over Carolina. While it’s unknown what the injury is, he could be out for long-term. Though he hasn’t been a go-to guy for the Oilers so far this season, this isn’t the best position for the team to be in.
Edmonton has suffered multiple losses thanks to the injury bug, and now, they have to lose one of their depth guys on the right side. The Oilers will likely rely on Eric Gryba and have Betker in the press box.