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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins misses Oilers practice ahead of crucial Stanley Cup Final


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Gabriel Sami
June 23, 2024  (3:03 PM)
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Ryan Nugent-Hopkins of the Edmonton Oilers during game pre-skate
Photo credit: JAMIE SABAU-USA TODAY SPORTS

In a crucial development ahead of Game 7 of the Stanley Cup Finals, Ryan Nugent-Hopkins was notably absent from the Edmonton Oilers' practice session.

The star forward's absence was attributed to an illness, as confirmed by multiple sources familiar with the situation.
No Ryan Nugent-Hopkins on the ice at Oilers practice. He's apparently under the weather. Kane is skating in his place with McDavid and Hyman.
The team lineup during the practice session in Sunrise, FL, highlighted Nugent-Hopkins' absence, with adjustments made to accommodate his temporary withdrawal:
Oilers practice in Sunrise, FL:

� Ryan Nugent-Hopkins* is not on the ice.

Kane* - McDavid - Hyman
Foegele - Draisaitl - Holloway
Janmark - Henrique - Brown
McLeod - Ryan - Perry

Ekholm - Bouchard
Nurse - Broberg
Kulak - Ceci

Skinner
Pickard

Despite concerns over his availability, head coach Kris Knoblauch assured fans that Nugent-Hopkins' absence was precautionary:
"Kris Knoblauch leaves no doubt about Ryan Nugent-Hopkins' status for Game 7. 'Ryan will be playing.' He called missing practice a maintenance day."
Nugent-Hopkins, a pivotal player with 21 points in 23 playoff games, remains determined to contribute to the Oilers' championship aspirations.
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