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APRIL 15, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

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Oilers rule out defenseman Mattias Ekholm for 1st-round series against the Kings

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APRIL 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Oilers Dealt Worrying Injury Blow for Opening Round of Playoffs Oilers coach Kris Knoblauch provided an update on the injury status of Mattias Ekholm ahead of the playoffs.

APRIL 14, 2025 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Will miss opening round Ekholm (undisclosed) is not expected back until after the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Oilers play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels reports Monday.

Impact Ekholm was already considered out indefinitely, so this latest update is far from a surprise given his status. With Troy Stecher (undisclosed) and Jake Walman (undisclosed) also banged up, the Oilers find themselves very thin on the blue line and will need to get some healthy players back sooner rather than later.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out indefinitely Ekholm (undisclosed) is still undergoing testing, but even in a best-case scenario, he's expected to miss a fair amount of time, Ryan Rishaug of TSN reports Saturday.

Impact Ekholm has nine goals, 33 points, 42 hits and 95 blocks in 65 appearances in 2024-25. It sounds like he probably won't play in Edmonton's final three regular-season games, and the larger question now is what his availability will be like for the playoffs. Cam Dineen, who was summoned from AHL Bakersfield on Saturday as an emergency recall, will likely draw into the Oilers' lineup for Sunday's game against Winnipeg.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Oilers clinch playoffs, but injuries take down two more players. It's ridiculous The Edmonton Oilers took down the San Jose Sharks 4-2 to clinch a spot in the playoffs, but Mattias Ekholm and Zach Hyman left the game with...

APRIL 12, 2025 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM

Hurt again Friday Ekholm (undisclosed) won't finish Friday's game versus the Sharks, Mark Spector of Sportsnet reports.

Impact It's unclear how much of this is caution and how much is a true injury concern. Ekholm lasted just two shifts in his return from a seven-game absence, and he was seen falling down on the ice prior to his exit, per Spector. At this point, the Oilers may just shut Ekholm down prior to the postseason, assuming the injury isn't bad enough to endanger his chances of being available for Game 1.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 11, 2025 • NHL.COM

PROJECTED LINEUP: Oilers vs. Sharks | Edmonton Oilers Mattias Ekholm will return to action on Friday vs. San Jose after missing the last seven games

APRIL 11, 2025 • NHL.COM

Ready to rock Ekholm (undisclosed) will return to the lineup versus San Jose on Friday, Tony Brar of Oilers TV reports.

Impact Ekholm has missed the last seven games and 13 of the Oilers' last 17 contests. He had one goal and five assists in the four games he managed to play between injuries, giving the 34-year-old defenseman nine goals, 24 assists, 42 hits and 95 blocked shots across 64 appearances this season.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Still sidelined Wednesday Ekholm (undisclosed) will remain on the shelf ahead of Wednesday's clash with the Blues, Tom Gazzola of Edmonton Sports Talk reports.

Impact While Ekholm won't be ready for Wednesday's matchup, head coach Kris Knoblauch told reporters he expects all of the Oilers' injured players back before the postseason starts. It's been a tough end of the season for Ekholm, who has missed 12 of the team's last 16 outings -- though he was rolling offensively in limited action with six points in those four appearances. Ty Emberson figures to see an increased role while Ekholm remains out of action.

APRIL 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play during road trip Ekholm (undisclosed) is doubtful to return during the Oilers' upcoming three-game road trip, Oilers play-by-play announcer Jack Michaels reports.

Impact Ekholm has already been shelved for Edmonton's previous three contests due to his undisclosed injury and now will be unavailable for another trio of tilts. During his brief four-game return from prior injury, the 34-year-old defender was offering decent offensive upside with six points in his last four contests.

APRIL 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 31, 2025 • EDMONTONJOURNAL.COM

Won't play Tuesday Ekholm (undisclosed) won't travel with the Oilers for the start of their road trip that begins Tuesday against the Golden Knights, Derek Van Diest of NHL.com reports.

Impact Ekholm has missed the last two games due to an undisclosed injury, and his absence will extend to three games Tuesday. The Oilers will play four games on their road trip, culminating with a matchup against the Ducks on April 7. However, it's not yet clear whether Ekholm will rejoin the team during that time. Ty Emberson should continue to see playing time for the Oilers while Ekholm is sidelined.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Draisaitl gets 2nd goal of night in OT to give Oilers 3-2 win over Flames

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MARCH 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Unavailable Saturday Ekholm (undisclosed) won't play against Calgary on Sunday, per Tony Brar of Oilers TV.

Impact Ekholm didn't participate in the morning skate and will miss his second straight game. He has accounted for nine goals, 33 points, 143 shots on net, 95 blocked shots and 42 hits through 64 games this season. Ty Emberson will remain in the lineup due to Ekholm's absence.

MARCH 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Ekholm (undisclosed) is expected to miss Thursday's clash against Seattle, per Paige Martin of Oilers TV.

Impact Ekholm has nine goals, 33 points, 30 PIM, 42 hits and 95 blocks in 64 outings with the Oilers in 2024-25. Edmonton is expected to dress 11 forwards and seven defensemen, with Ty Emberson and John Klingberg (undisclosed) drawing into the lineup. Ekholm's absence was described as maintenance, which suggests the issue might be minor, so perhaps he'll be back Saturday versus Calgary.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Garners assist in loss Ekholm logged an assist, three shots on goal and a minus-2 rating in Wednesday's 4-3 loss to the Stars.

Impact Ekholm has a goal and five assists over four contests since he returned from missing six games due to an undisclosed injury. The 34-year-old defenseman continues to handle a heavy workload in the top four as a shutdown blueliner. He's still chipped in strong offense with 33 points, 143 shots on net and a plus-11 rating to go with 95 blocked shots, 42 hits and 30 PIM across 64 appearances.

MARCH 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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