The Edmonton Oilers have tried to keep ahead of the game against the Dallas Stars. However, their chances just got slimmer, after defenseman Troy Stecher underwent season-ending surgery.
The Edmonton Oilers had one of the greatest regular-season comebacks in history, jumping from close to the bottom spot to now in the Western Conference finals, currently tied in the series with the Dallas Stars after a massive victory Wednesday night.
However, it seems that Edmonton is going to have a harder battle tonight in trying to gain the series lead. Earlier today, Troy Stecher's partner Emma Vincent shared a photo of the player in the hospital for an ankle injury requiring surgery, declaring that he was officially out for the season.
Stecher had not suited up for any playoff games with Edmonton, but with so many factors at play, it is hard to determine how catastrophic this could be for their chances against Dallas. The two teams will face off tonight for game 5 of the series, both hoping to pull into the lead. With the Stars and Oilers down defensive players, it could be a tumultuous game to watch.
