Oilers Lose Draisaitl, Need Team Effort for Playoffs

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines, right here on NHL News today. Subscribe and stay game ready. The eminent oilers face a tough row to the playoffs after losing star forward, Leon Drizidal, to a lower body injury. Coach Chris Nobelouch confirmed the news, saying Drizidal will miss the team's final 13 regular season games with a recovery timeline of a few. Weeks? This comes at a critical time as the oilers cling to their spot in the Pacific Division and Western Conference standings. Captain Conor McDavid will have to carry even more of the load without his long-time linemate. Team A's Zach Hyman stressed that no single player can replace Drizidal's production. He called for everyone on the roster to step up their game and contribute more as a unit. Hyman's own 29 goals make him the team's third leading score, but production falls sharply after that. No other oiler has hit the 20-go mark this season, highlighting the massive gap left by Drizidal's scoring touch. Missing a perennial 50-goal score

1:02means the team loses roughly a goal every two or three games, plus key assists. Now the question is whether the group effort can keep them in postseason contention. The Daily News Now is made possible with support from our sponsor. Do not just fall asleep. Drift into what you are listening to, S-O-L-I, solely pillow.com. Made in A-I.