Coach indicates Roslovic and Kapanen will be sidelined for the foreseeable future
In recent announcements, Coach Knoblauch indicated that two key players, Jack Roslovic and Kasperi Kapanen, will be sidelined for the foreseeable future. Their absences will impact their respective teams as they continue to deal with injuries.
Jack Roslovic’s Injury Update
Jack Roslovic is expected to miss “a couple weeks” due to an injury sustained while blocking a shot. This incident occurred during the game on Tuesday, where his team suffered an 8-3 defeat against the Dallas Stars.
- Roslovic played 11:09 minutes in that game.
- He managed to score a goal in the third period.
- The forward has a record of 10 goals and 8 assists across 23 games this season.
- He averages 17:20 minutes of ice time per game.
Kasperi Kapanen’s Condition
Kasperi Kapanen is expected to be unavailable for “at least a week, maybe several weeks.” He has been on long-term injured reserve since October 19 due to an undisclosed injury. Kapanen experienced a setback during practice, which led to visible frustration as he left the ice.
Injury Recap
- Kapanen’s injury status remains unclear as the team awaits more information.
- The 29-year-old Finn has been unable to contribute since his initial injury in mid-October.
Additional Player Updates
Jake Walman will also miss Saturday’s upcoming game against the Seattle Kraken but is reported to be making progress in his recovery. The coach mentioned that Walman participated in practice but is not expected to play that day. He has not played since November 20.
- Walman has recorded 3 goals and 7 assists in 17 games this season.
Current Team Situation
The Edmonton Oilers are also dealing with multiple injuries this season. They currently sit sixth in the Pacific Division with a record of 10 wins, 10 losses, and 5 overtime losses. However, the team is anticipating the return of Ryan Nugent-Hopkins and Curtis Lazar for their next game against Seattle.
