The Edmonton Oilers have placed forward Leon Draisaitl on injured reserve, the team announced Monday.
Draisaitl suffered a concussion last week against the Winnipeg Jets. It was initially believed to be an eye injury, but in actuality produced concussion symptoms. There’s no timetable for his return.
The 21-year-old Draisaitl has one goal and two assists in three games this season, spent mostly on Connor McDavid’s wing. He’s in the first season of an eight-year, $68-million contract signed in August.
It’s a big blow for the reeling Oilers, who have just one win in four games this season.
Edmonton will host the Carolina Hurricanes on Tuesday night at Rogers Place.
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