Mattias Ekholm Out For Round 2
Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm (undisclosed) will remain out for Round 2 of the playoffs. The Swedish veteran has participated in just one game since March 26, missing the entire first round against the Los Angeles Kings. He will need the Oilers to get back to the Western Conference Finals to have a chance to return to game action this season. Edmonton's defense has struggled without Ekholm in the postseason, as the team has allowed four goals per game. Improvements are necessary in the second round against the Vegas Golden Knights. Evan Bouchard has once again been the standout performer at the back for the Oilers, recording seven points (four goals, three assists) in six games. He is one of three defensemen averaging over 21 minutes of ice time for Edmonton, along with Darnell Nurse and Brett Kulak.
Source: NHL.com
Source: NHL.com
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