Edmonton Oilers star forward Leon Draisaitl could be nearing a return to the lineup after taking part in the recent morning skates. According to Sports 1440’s Jason Gregor, while his return has not been officially announced,

The Edmonton Oilers host the Dallas Stars on Wednesday night in a massive game. Both teams are entrenched in the playoffs but are battling for seeding before what should be a contentious first round.

It is uncertain when exactly McDavid was injured; he had six shifts in the second period against Winnipeg, with his final shift lasting 18 seconds before returning to the bench at 19:03. McDavid spoke with Oilers head athletic therapist T.D. Forss on the bench before the end of the period and did not return for the third.