Injury
Ladislav Smid is absent from practice.
The Oilers don't play tonight so Smid may be taking a maintenance day. If there is a further word on his status, we will update you.
Ladislav Smid News
Injury
Oilers defenceman Ladislav Smid (sprained shoulder) definitely wants to be playing in Sunday’s regular-season opener against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Sounds like Smid will at least miss game 1. Last season he only posted 10 assists through 78 points. While he aids his team defensively, don't expect any offensive production from the former 9th overall pick.
Injury
Smid skating with non-contact jersey after sticking to dryland yesterday
Last season he only posted 10 assists through 78 points. While he aids his team defensively, don't expect any offensive production from the former 9th overall pick.
Injury
Injured players Sam Gagner and Ladislav Smid worked out in adjacent gym while the team skated. They will likely be on injured reserve to start the season.
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 he only posted 10 assists through 78 points. While he aids his team defensively, don't expect any offensive production from the former 9th overall pick.
Injury
Smid’s right shoulder is likely either dislocated or separated, not that the Oilers are letting on how bad it is. Smid says he’ll take treatment, but realistically he’ll start the season on injured reserve.
Smid's injury directly affects the team's defensive core. Last season he only posted 10 assists through 78 points. While he aids his team defensively, don't expect any offensive production from the former 9th overall pick.
General Manager Steve Tambellini announced Thursday that the Edmonton Oilers have agreed to terms with defenceman Ladislav Smid on a two-year deal.