Connor McDavid
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Sun 2/23/20 3:19 PM

McDavid (quadriceps) will play in Sunday's game against the Kings, Jack Michaels of the Oilers Radio Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
McDavid has missed the past six games, but he'll return to the lineup for this Pacific Division battle. The 23-year-old is expected to center Sam Gagner and Alex Chiasson on the second line, and McDavid will work on the power play as well. It's all-systems-go for the superstar pivot, who has racked up 81 points over 55 games.

Connor McDavid
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Fri 2/21/20 1:27 PM

As expected, McDavid (quadriceps) won't play Friday against the Wild, Jack Michaels of the Oilers Radio Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
Although he won't be available against Minnesota, McDavid will practice with the team Saturday and make the trip for Sunday's clash with the Kings, so he may only be forced to miss one more contest with his quad injury. Check back for another update on the 23-year-old superstar's status ahead of puck drop against L.A.

Connor McDavid
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Thu 2/20/20 2:15 PM

McDavid (quad) will make the Oilers' upcoming three-game west-coast trip but isn't guaranteed to take part in any games, Jack Michaels of the Oilers Radio Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
McDavid took the ice with the team during practice Thursday, marking a major step in his recovery process. The road trip would fall into the early portion of his initial 2-to-3 week timetable for return, so it's likely a situation where the team will evaluate him on a daily basis. The three-game set fires up Sunday against the Kings and comes to a close Wednesday versus Vegas.

Connor McDavid
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Tue 2/18/20 2:55 PM

McDavid (quadriceps) will rejoin the Oilers in Edmonton on Tuesday.
EDGE Analysis
McDavid has been rehabbing his injury in Toronto, so although his return to Edmonton can certainly be viewed as a step in the right direction, his return to game action shouldn't necessarily be viewed as imminent. The superstar pivot is one week into the 2-3 week recovery timetable he was given Feb. 11, but it wouldn't be surprising to see the Oilers release an updated timeline in the coming days.

Connor McDavid
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Fri 2/14/20 2:41 PM

The Oilers transferred McDavid (quad) to injured reserve Friday.
EDGE Analysis
McDavid's placement on injured reserve comes as no surprise following the news earlier in the week suggesting he was headed for a multi-week absence. The star pivot's move to the list opened the door for the team to recall Markus Granlund from AHL Bakersfield.

Connor McDavid
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Tue 2/11/20 12:26 PM

McDavid suffered a quadriceps injury that will sideline him for 2-3 weeks. General manager Ken Holland told reporters, "He's two to three weeks. That's a normal timeline for this injury. We're hoping less. It's not long-term."
EDGE Analysis
McDavid's injury was originally classified as a charley horse but it appears to be a much more severe issue. The world-class center is in Toronto to undergo further evaluation and begin his rehab, per Jason Gregor of OilersNation.com. Without McDavid out of the lineup, the Oilers will lean heavily on Leon Draisaitl to keep the team in playoff contention.

Connor McDavid
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Mon 2/10/20 2:03 PM

McDavid (knee) is unsure if he'll play in Tuesday's game versus the Blackhawks, Ryan Rishaug of TSN.ca reports.
EDGE Analysis
McDavid skated during the first part of Monday's morning skate but left before the team went through line rushes, according to Jason Gregor of OilersNation.com. The center considers it a "charley horse." Considering McDavid sustained a serious knee injury at the end of last season, the Oilers may exercise caution. Leon Draisaitl worked as the No. 1 center in practice in McDavid's place Monday.

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Sat 2/8/20 10:05 PM

McDavid was not available to the media after Saturday's 3-2 win over the Predators because he was being assessed by the medical staff, Mark Spector of Sportsnet.ca reports.
EDGE Analysis
McDavid appeared uncomfortable at points throughout the game, but he still skated 19:27 with an assist, three shots on goal and four PIM over 20 shifts. For now, this is likely a precautionary evaluation for the superstar. The Oilers' next game is Tuesday versus the Blackhawks -- his status should be confirmed prior to that contest. Per head coach Dave Tippett, McDavid has a bruise "on top of his knee," Spector reports. Tippett added the center is fine to the best of his knowledge, and the concern is not too serious.

Connor McDavid
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Fri 2/7/20 3:05 AM

McDavid notched a goal on five shots in Thursday's 6-3 loss to the Sharks.
EDGE Analysis
McDavid's tally at 5:20 of the first period gave the Oilers an early 2-0 lead, but the Sharks scored the next five goals. The 23-year-old reached the 80-point threshold with his 30th goal of the year. He's added 177 shots and a minus-6 rating through 54 outings.

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Sun 2/2/20 1:03 AM

McDavid scored a pair of goals, one on the power play, in Saturday's 8-3 win over the Flames.
EDGE Analysis
McDavid accounted for the Oilers' third and fourth tallies, the latter standing as the game-winner in a crazy contest. The all-world center is up to 79 points (29 goals, 50 helpers), 169 shots on net and 36 power-play points through 52 contests this season.