Elliotte Friedman confirmed via Twitter that Edmonton Oilers forward Evander Kane underwent successful surgery and provided an estimated return date for the winger.
Friedman’s tweet stated, “Evander Kane had his surgery Friday in NYC. No exact timeline for recovery, but not expected to be available until January/February.”
Friedman’s tweet is significant as it provides a more detailed timeline than previous reports, indicating a potential return for Kane before the end of the season and the playoffs.
With playoffs not commencing until April, the Oilers are faced with decisions on how to manage their roster and salary cap in Kane’s absence.
Potential strategies for the Oilers include making minor roster adjustments or trades to accommodate Kane’s return or holding off until later in the season to address the cap space.
Will the Oilers Wait on Kane?
There is speculation among fans about whether the Oilers will keep Kane out until the playoffs, similar to previous examples in the NHL. Kane’s health will be closely monitored by the team to ensure a full recovery before his return to play.
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