Kris Knoblauch confirmed a lineup substitution for the Edmonton Oilers for Game 3.
Kris Knoblauch confirmed a lineup substitution for the Edmonton Oilers for Game 3.
EDMONTON -- Game three is a big moment.
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The Edmonton Oilers can make another stride towards a series win against the Dallas Stars tonight. With the series tied going into Rogers Place - the fans can give the home town team a big boost.
It's always a loud crowd at Rogers and tonight is going to be no different. It's been a long time since there's been an Oilers home game - so there is a degree of built up anticipation for tonight's tilt.
Kris Knoblauch gave an update on an injured player who will make his triumphant return tonight - Adam Henrique. Henrique has been very close to game ready for a few contests now, and it appears that he will get the nod for tonight.
Ryan McLeod will be coming out to make room for Henrique. Henrique offers an incredible amount of versatility for the Oilers. He can play center, wing, penalty kill and second unit power play. His utility will be a huge asset as the game progresses.
How much ice time he will see is tough to gauge at this point in time. My guess is that somewhere in the neighborhood of 11-14 minutes seems reasonable for a first game back.
With that in mind, it will be interesting to note if the lines stay the same with this substitution. Let me know what you think of Henrique coming in and McLeod coming out.
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