Grebeshkov close; MacT on the playoff race
Wednesday, 25.02.2009 / 6:03 PM
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By Edmonton Oilers Press Release
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On Wednesday, the Edmonton Oilers skated in an optional practice at Rexall Place. The big news was defenceman Denis Grebeshkov skated with the team in full equipment for the first time since suffering his ankle injury. Grebeshkov stated that he's close to returning and could be back in the lineup within a week or so.
Craig MacTavish also commented on a variety of topics and Jason Strudwick discussed how he's adjusting to life back in his hometown of Edmonton.
Also, Canadian rock legend Barney Bentall paid a visit to Rexall Place. As a friend of Jason Strudwick and also Paul Coffey, Bentall has been an Oilers fan for a long time.
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Craig MacTavish also commented on a variety of topics and Jason Strudwick discussed how he's adjusting to life back in his hometown of Edmonton.
Also, Canadian rock legend Barney Bentall paid a visit to Rexall Place. As a friend of Jason Strudwick and also Paul Coffey, Bentall has been an Oilers fan for a long time.
Wednesday's Video:
Ask an Oiler with Oilers General Manager Steve Tambellini- Jason Strudwick on living in his hometown of Edmonton; Also - Oilers head coach Craig MacTavish comments on what Strudwick has brought to the team this season
- Denis Grebeshkov close to returning; MacTavish comments
- MacTavish talks about the tight playoff race
- MacTavish on Erik Cole's role with the team and why he does not play on the top line
Wednesday's Audio:
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