Anton Lander News

Lander just got here, so he hasn’t found that comfort zone. But he’s already making progress.

Despite impressing during training camp, the Swedish center likely starts the season in Oklahoma City. With five NHL centers already on the roster, there simply is no roster spot for him.

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“Last season was good for me. I am a better hockey player and I have a better chance to make the (NHL) team,” he said.

Considering the Oilers look relatively deep at center, it will take an excellent training camp to remove a player like Eric Belanger or Gilbert Brule from the lineup. In any case, Lander figures to excel defensively, not necessarily offensively.

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