Oilers’ Ekholm Doubtful for Sharks Matchup
Defenseman Mattias Ekholm of the Edmonton Oilers is doubtful for the upcoming game against the San Jose Sharks. Head coach Kris Knoblauch confirmed that Ekholm is day-to-day due to an undisclosed injury, which kept him from participating in Wednesday’s practice.
Matchup Overview
The Oilers are set to face the San Jose Sharks on Thursday. This game comes shortly after the Oilers’ recent victory over the Anaheim Ducks, where they won 7-4.
Player Performance
Mattias Ekholm has been contributing significantly to the team’s performance this season. In the recent game against the Ducks, he scored two goals, which doubled his tally for the season to three. Overall, he has six goals and 26 points this season, having played in 54 games.
- Player: Mattias Ekholm
- Current Status: Doubtful for the Sharks matchup
- Injury Status: Day-to-day
- Last Game Stats: 3 goals in the season
- Total Season Stats: 6 goals, 26 points in 54 games
As the Oilers prepare for Thursday’s matchup, the absence of Ekholm could impact their defensive lineup significantly. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see if he can make a recovery in time for the game.
