Kraken Forward Has Status Upgraded; Will Be Out Against Oilers
Seattle Kraken forward Chandler Stephenson (9) skates with the puck against the Los Angeles Kings at Climate Pledge Arena. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn ImagesChandler Stephenson practiced in full contact today but won't be with the Seattle Kraken when they host the Edmonton Oilers tonight.
The 30-year-old suffered an upper-body injury against the Minnesota Wild on Mar. 19, missing the previous two games. He skated on his own on Monday in a non-contact jersey.
In 69 games, Stephenson has scored 11 goals and 48 points, three points back of the mark he set last year.
Thankfully for the Kraken, they won't have to worry about slowing down Leon Draisaitl and Connor McDavid for the second consecutive game. Draisaitl is expected to return before McDavid, but both centers will be out tonight.
With Stephenson out, the Kraken's forward lines will remain the same as it did against the Calgary Flames. Josh Mahura will return to the lineup in place of Cale Fleury.
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