Gagner has three goals and 13 points through 26 games while playing on the second and third line. The former 6th overall pick remains on pace for his usual 40 points.
Gagner moves up to the top line after toiling on the third line for most of the season. The second-generation forward has a goal and nine points through 21 games. His boost in fantasy hockey value likely only lasts until Taylor Hall gets back.
Gagner moves up to the second line after playing most of the season on the third. The former 6th overall pick has only six assists through 17 games.
Gagner practiced with the first line today but is still questionable. Rookie Anton Lander also took reps with the third line which indicates that the team has not made a decision regarding who to play. The oft-injured center has two assists through 11 games.
Gagner missed yesterday's practice and probably only misses tonight's game. The oft-injured center has two assists through 11 games.
Gagner missed today's practice and is questionable for tomorrow's game. The oft-injured center has two assists through 11 games.
Gagner draws in tonight on the third line, not the first. Last season, the former 6th overall pick scored 15 goals and 42 points through 68 games for the Oilers. He should be expected to at least match that production.
Doesn't sound like Gagner will make his season debut tonight. Stay tuned for a further update on his status.
Good news for Gagner, who was originally slated to play on the team's top line. Last season, the former 6th overall pick scored 15 goals and 42 points through 68 games for the Oilers. He should be expected to at least match that production.
Not wearing 'non contact' jerseys is a solid indication they are cleared for contact. However, don't expect either player to draw into the lineup tonight.
You can safely rule Gagner out of making his 2011-2012 debut tomorrow night in Minnesota. When he does return to the lineup it should cause some controversy as Ryan Nugent-Hopkins looks full capable of playing on the top line.
Both players not skating with the team indicates they will miss at least seven days from the time they are placed on IR. Last season, the former 6th overall pick scored 15 goals and 42 points through 68 games for the Oilers.
Gagner was expected to start the season on the top line but could have his season sidetracked due to this sprain. Last season, the former 6th overall pick scored 15 goals and 42 points through 68 games for the Oilers. His absence should pave the way for rookie Ryan Nugent-Hopkins.
Gagner will likely be held out of the lineup for precautionary measures. The diminutive center scored 15 goals and 42 points last season, mostly centering the second and third lines. Expect those totals to increase as he is expected to center the top line.
A healthy, rejuvenated Gagner could start the season as the Oilers' top line center. Bothered by injuries the past two seasons, the 22-year-old has a chance to achieve career highs if his team improves.
