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Connor McDavidâs silence on injury adds worry after Oilersâ Game 4 defeat
TL;DR
Connor McDavid's vague comments after the Oilers' Game 4 loss raise health concerns as the team faces a 3-1 series deficit against the Ducks. His lack of clarity on his injury adds pressure ahead of Game 5.
Key points
- Connor McDavid's health is a concern for the Oilers.
- The Oilers lost Game 4 to the Ducks in overtime.
- Edmonton is now down 3-1 in the series.
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NHL forward Connor McDavidâs brief answers after Game 4 did little to calm concerns around his health. The Edmonton Oilers slipped to a 4-3 overtime loss against the Anaheim Ducks.
The defeat pushed Edmonton to a 3-1 series deficit and left their captain facing mounting pressure ahead of Game 5. The Oilersâ won game 1 but since they have lost three stright.
Speaking to reporters, Connor McDavid avoided giving clarity on his condition. When asked directly about his state of health, McDavid dodged it and replied, âYeah, I feel weâre all doing the best we can out there. Weâre all working, and weâre all trying to get it done.â
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His response raised more questions than answers.
McDavid still contributed on the ice, recording two power-play assists and three shots on goal. He now has four points across two games in Anaheim, but both ended in losses. Through four playoff games, he has 13 shots, five hits, and a minus-6 rating. The numbers show involvement, yet not full control of the series.
The concern links back to earlier setbacks. McDavid rolled his ankle in Game 2 but finished the night. Before Game 4, he and Leon Draisaitl missed practice, labeled as maintenance days by coach Kris Knoblauch. Back in March, McDavid also admitted to dealing with hip and groin issues.
âJust hips & groin stuff. Yup, all good,â McDavid said back in March after a maintenance day.
Connor McDavidâs blunt take on the Ducksâ overtime goal
Game 4 itself added to the frustration. Ryan Poehling scored the overtime winner, a messy play that McDavid described bluntly when asked about it.
Q&A
What did Connor McDavid say about his injury after Game 4?
Connor McDavid avoided providing details about his injury, stating only that everyone is doing their best.
How did the Oilers perform in the series against the Ducks?
The Oilers lost Game 4, resulting in a 3-1 series deficit after winning Game 1.
What are the implications of McDavid's injury for the Oilers in Game 5?
McDavid's unclear health status increases pressure on the Oilers as they face elimination in Game 5.