Kassian (jaw) was placed on long-term injured reserve Thursday.

EDGE Analysis

Kassian was given a 4-8 week timeline to return after suffering a fractured jaw Wednesday versus the Blackhawks. Given the timeline, it's not surprising for him to go on LTIR to free up $3.2 million in cap space and a roster spot for the Oilers. Kassian won't be back until mid-March at the earliest.