Edmonton Oilers' Evander Kane to Miss Start of Season Due to Surgery

Veteran forward Evander Kane will be sidelined following surgery for multiple injuries, impacting the Oilers' early season plans.

Evander Kane will undergo surgery for hernias and abdominal tears, missing the start of the season.
Kane recorded 44 points in 77 games last season, playing through injuries that affected his playoff performance.
New GM Stan Bowman confirmed Kane's absence but did not speculate on the recovery timeline.
The Oilers have signed veteran forwards Viktor Arvidsson and Jeff Skinner to bolster the offense in Kane's absence.
Defenseman Darnell Nurse will also be cautiously managed during early training camp due to injuries.