Going back in time to December 2016, Kassian found his life upside down. He had just finished rehabilitation for issues with alcohol and was traded to Edmonton for Ben Scrivens. After spending about a week in Bakersfield, Kassian had shown the will to go back down the right path and got the call up to Edmonton.
Since then, he has been an important asset. He is a solid bottom-six winger and knows his role with the team. Not only has he brought a positive attitude to the locker room, but he has added toughness and determination to his game night in and night out.