The Edmonton Oilers are set to face off against the Anaheim Ducks in a critical matchup. The game is scheduled for 10:30 p.m. ET and will be broadcasted on Victory+ and SNW.
Projected Lineups: Oilers and Ducks
Oilers Projected Lineup
- Ryan Nugent-Hopkins — Connor McDavid — Zach Hyman
- Matt Savoie — Leon Draisaitl — Jack Roslovic
- Vasily Podkolzin — Adam Henrique — Trent Frederic
- Andrew Mangiapane — Curtis Lazar — Mattias Janmark
- Mattias Ekholm — Evan Bouchard
- Darnell Nurse — Jake Walman
- Spencer Stastney — Ty Emberson
- Goalies: Tristan Jarry, Connor Ingram
Injuries and Scratches
- Scratched: Josh Samanski
- Injured: Kasperi Kapanen (undisclosed)
Ducks Projected Lineup
- Alex Killorn — Leo Carlsson — Beckett Sennecke
- Chris Kreider — Ryan Poehling — Troy Terry
- Jeffrey Viel — Mason McTavish — Cutter Gauthier
- Ross Johnston — Tim Washe — Jansen Harkins
- Jackson LaCombe — Jacob Trouba
- Olen Zellweger — Radko Gudas
- Pavel Mintyukov — Ian Moore
- Goalies: Lukas Dostal, Ville Husso
Injuries and Status Reports
- Scratched: Drew Helleson, Frank Vatrano, Ryan Strome
- Injured: Mikael Granlund (upper body)
Connor McDavid joined the morning skate for the Oilers and is confirmed to play after representing Canada in the Olympics. Adam Henrique is expected to return after missing 15 games due to an upper-body injury. In contrast, Kasperi Kapanen is anticipated to sit out for at least the next two games.
For the Ducks, Leo Carlsson will return after missing 11 games due to a thigh procedure. Frank Vatrano has recovered from a fractured shoulder but remains on injured reserve for personal reasons. Jackson LaCombe comes into the game after helping Team USA secure an Olympic gold.
This matchup carries significant implications as both teams aim for a stronger position in the standings. With each roster featuring key players returning from injuries, fans can expect a competitive game.
