Although Knoblauch did not provide an exact time for the three-time Hart Memorial Trophy winner's return to action, he further allayed fears of Connor McDavid missing time in the upcoming NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs, which the Oilers are very much expected to make.

NHL insider Elliotte Friedman provided an update on Connor McDavid's and Leon Draisaitl's injuries on Saturday, saying "the word at this point" is that the Oilers have "no worries that these are long-term ailments that will threaten their playoff availability in any way.”