Kris Knoblauch reveals Evander Kane's status for game 6 against the Panthers
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Samer Dagher
Jun 20, 2024 (2:18 PM)
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Photo credit: Oil On Whyte
Today, the Edmonton Oilers practiced ahead of Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals, and all indications suggest that Evander Kane will miss the game against the Florida Panthers.
Kane has been dealing with a reported back injury for several weeks and missed Game 5. He returned to practice today but was skating with Sam Carrick and Sam Gagner, who are expected to be scratches for Game 6.
Kane is not skating on a regular line. He's on the fifth line with Sam Carrick and Sam Gagner.
This has led to speculation that Kane will miss his second straight game in the Stanley Cup Finals. Unless the Oilers decide to go with an extra forward, Kane, Carrick, and Gagner are likely to be in the press box.
Doesn't sound like Evander Kane will play in game 6 for the Oilers.
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#letsgooilers
Head coach Kris Knoblauch provided some more details regarding Evander Kane's status.
knoblauch on evander kane status ahead of game six: «we've got some things to think about. i still haven't seen td to follow up on how good he feels. we have possibilities.»
There is still over 24 hours until Game 6 begins, so things could change. We will provide updates on Evander Kane's official status as more information becomes available.
Do you think Kane will play in game 6?
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