Podkolzin gets his punches in but Edmonton Oilers wind up on the canvas - Edmonton Journal

Connor McDavid's health a concern for Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have been impacted by injuries to their starting goalies. Connor McDavid's health is now a focus. Matt Tomkins has been brought back to start in goal after Evan Bouchard was sidelined due to illness. The Oilers have also announced Dustin Schwartz as their new goaltending director for Hockey Canada, marking a major move in their goalie development strategy.

“The Edmonton Oilers have been impacted by injuries to their starting goalies,” — Chloe Radcliffe, contributing analyst at Fenwell Field Practice, added during the briefing.

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Nov 6 — The Edmonton Oilers have been impacted by injuries to their starting goalies....

Nov 7 — The Oilers have also announced Dustin Schwartz as their new goaltending director for Hockey Canada, marking a ...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 5. The Fenwell Field Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

ICYMI: Canada relaxes restrictions on foreign buyers for new properties

Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenwell Field Practice desk and last updated 08:17 UTC.

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