Oilers Goalie Jack Campbell Leaves Game Against Bruins with Apparent Lower-Body Injury
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Edmonton Oilers goaltender Jack Campbell left Thursday’s game against the Boston Bruins during the second period, replaced by backup Calvin Pickard. The nature and severity of campbell’s injury are currently unknown. This incident raises concerns for the Oilers, who recently acquired Campbell in a trade with the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Injury Details & Game context
Campbell allowed 12 goals on 13 shots in 36:08 of ice time before exiting the game.Coach Knoblauch’s Statement
Following the game, Oilers head coach Kris Knoblauch stated he was unsure of the extent of Campbell’s injury. https://x.com/geneprincipe/status/1736884899998199315 No further updates were instantly available.
Campbell’s Performance This Season
Campbell joined the Oilers on December 18, 2023, in a trade that sent Stuart Skinner to the Pittsburgh Penguins.Prior to Thursday’s game, he had appeared in three games for Edmonton. Overall this season, split between the Penguins and Oilers, Campbell has a .905 save percentage and a 2.77 goals-against average in 16 games. https://www.nhl.com/stats/player/8089864/jack-campbell
Implications for the oilers
Campbell’s injury, if significant, could present a challenge for the Oilers. Calvin Pickard will likely be relied upon to fill the starting goaltender role in Campbell’s absence. The Oilers will need to assess the severity of Campbell’s injury and perhaps explore options to bolster their goaltending depth.
The Oilers ultimately won the game 3-2 in overtime. https://www.nhl.com/gamecenter/bruins-vs-oilers/2023-12-21/585237
Looking Ahead: the Oilers are expected to provide an update on Campbell’s condition following further evaluation. His status will be a key storyline as the team navigates the remainder of the NHL season.