It’s been over four weeks since Edmonton Oilers defenseman Mattias Ekholm last skated in an NHL game. The 34-year-old blue-liner missed the Oilers’ first-round playoff win over the Los Angeles Kings and their second-round victory over the Vegas Golden Knights while nursing an undisclosed injury. Ekholm last played in Edmonton’s 4-2 win over the San Jose Sharks back on April 11, but Oilers fans were buzzing on social media on Monday after a video of the standout defender participating in his first full skate of postseason made it's way to X.
Published: 05/19/2025
Author: Athlon Sports
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