Bad news for Hall owners and the Edmonton Oilers. Prior to getting hurt, the sophomore scored seven goals and 18 points in 22 games. As a fiery competitor, look for hall to get back into the lineup as soon as he can.
Hall had an MRI today with the results not expected to be released until late tonight or tomorrow. Expect a further update as soon as the news breaks.
We will have a further update on Hall's status prior to tomorrow's puck drop so stay tuned.
Hall injured his shoulder after taking a body check in the first period. While he returned to the game briefly the team likely took him out for precautionary measures.
Hall moves down a line to the second line where he will play with mentor-figure Shawn Horcoff. Through 17 games, the former 1st overall pick continues to break out with three goals and eight points.
Sounds like his absence from practice yesterday was just a maintenance day. Feel free to start him with confidence.
Staal just returned to lineup on Saturday so this absence is likely just a maintenance day. He scored six goals and 10 points through his first 14 games.
Staal gets back into the lineup after missing two games. Start him if you still have an available roster slot.
Good news for Staal, who has missed the past two games. He scored six goals and nine points through his first 12 for the injury-plagued Pens.
Staal not skating is a telling sign for the team. The second line center scored six goals and nine points over 12 games before getting hurt.
Staal's six goals are second on the team while his nine points are one behind leading scorer James Neal. Missing Staal would be a giant blow to the team even though they seem to win without anyone healthy. He did not travel to Toronto and will not play tonight.
Hall skating this morning is an indication he could play tonight. Over the team's first four games he scored a goal and four points. If he returns tonight, look for him to play on the top line.
Linus Omark takes his place on the top line. The Oilers will dress seven defensemen tonight with Theo Peckham drawing back into the lineup.
Should he not feel well enough to play in the Battle of Alberta, look for Jeff Petry to draw back into the lineup. Expect a further update on this injury tonight.
In his second full season, Hall is expected to score 30 goals and help his Edmonton Oilers avoid being the worst team in the League.
Staal is expected to play tonight following his bout with dehydration. Look for him to center the second line.
Likely just a precautionary measure to maintain Staal's health. Last season he scored 11 goals and 30 points over 42 games, playing between the first and second line. Expect him to approach career highs as he plays a more vital offensive role.
The former 1st overall pick scored 22 goals in 65 games last season and should be expected to break 30 goals this season.
Hall will start on the first line with Hemsky. The former 1st overall pick scored 22 goals in 65 games last season and should be expected to break out this year.
