Bad news emerges for Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid
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Connor McDavid has revealed he battled an abdominal injury throughout the playoffs and is expected to undergo surgery this offseason.
After tallying 42 points during the Edmonton Oilers' playoff campaign, which ended just shy of the Stanley Cup, Connor McDavid disclosed that he battled a severe injury requiring likely surgery.
"McDavid has played through an abdominal injury that likely requires surgery."
"The war of attrition took its toll on the Oilers. Head coach Kris Knoblauch didn't divulge any information Monday night after the loss, but both Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl have been playing through significant injuries, Oilersnation has learned. McDavid has played through an abdominal injury that likely requires surgery, while Draisaitl has been banged up too, I've been told. He's believed to be dealing with a broken rib and finger. It's nothing new for a laundry list of players to be dealing with injuries after deep playoff runs, and surely we'll hear of more in the coming days." - Oilers Nation
Adding to this, it was reported that Leon Draisaitl was also managing injuries to his finger and rib, causing a decline in his production, including scoring zero goals in the seven-game series.
McDavid's performance, earning him the Conn Smythe Trophy, becomes even more impressive knowing he played through injury. Now, he will focus on rehabilitating this offseason to be in top form for the fall, seeking redemption against the Florida Panthers.
Source: Hockey Patrol
The worst is confirmed for Connor McDavid after losing the Stanley Cup Finals
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