Oilers recall former first-round pick

Before their potential playoff preview matchup Wednesday night against the Vegas Golden Knights, the Edmonton Oilers have recalled some forward depth from AHL Bakersfield with the recall of forward Dylan Holloway.

Unfortunately, the recall might be met with some bad news, as radio commentator Bob Stauffer reported that Connor McDavid was not on the ice for practice. This update does not necessarily mean that McDavid is out with any major concerns, but it is an uncharacteristic move by the team’s captain, nonetheless.

Recovering from a knee injury suffered earlier in the season, Holloway has been the recipient of a few call-ups with the Oilers since returning in January but has not been very productive at the NHL level. In 18 games with Edmonton since returning to the organization, Holloway has scored two goals and three points, averaging 10:47 of ice time per game.

With the Condors, Holloway has been much more productive, scoring 10 goals and 16 points in 18 games. Thanks to the offensive help provided by Holloway down the stretch, Bakersfield was able to clinch a spot in the Calder Cup playoffs for the fifth year in a row.