Leon Draisaitl Returns for Game 1

Leon Draisaitl will return for Game 1 of the playoffs. The Edmonton Oilers star forward was hurt on March 15 against the Nashville Predators.

Leon Draisaitl was declared finished for the remainder of the regular season due to injury.

The Oilers practiced with line combinations on Sunday, indicating Draisaitl's return. The combinations included Matthew Savoie-Connor McDavid-Zach Hyman and Vasily Podkolzin-Leon Draisaitl-Kasperi Kapanen.

Draisaitl's return is significant for the Oilers, who are hoping to win the Stanley Cup. He managed 35 goals with 62 assists in 65 games this season.

Leon Draisaitl said he's feeling better after his injury. "I feel good, we'll see how it feels tomorrow and then we'll make a call from there," he said.

The Oilers will face the Anaheim Ducks in Game 1 on Monday evening. This is their first postseason matchup in 20 years.

The Oilers are excited for the playoffs, with head coach Kris Knoblauch saying it provides excitement and adrenaline for the players. "Whether it's in the building on game days or driving to the game, just seeing the excitement in the city, everyone cheering everybody on, it's important," he said.

The game will begin on Monday evening from Rogers Place in downtown Edmonton. The Oilers are the two-time defending Western Conference champions and are hoping to bring the Stanley Cup back to Edmonton for the first time since 1990.

Draisaitl's injury occurred on March 15, and he has been working with the team's staff to recover. "Our staff, mainly Chad Drummond and Chris Davie, they've done an amazing job being patient with me and looking at everything that there is to look at," he said.

The Oilers will not face the Los Angeles Kings in the opening round of the postseason, but instead face the Anaheim Ducks. This change may affect their strategy and performance in the playoffs.

The team's preparation and Draisaitl's return will be crucial in determining their success in the playoffs. The Oilers are hoping to make it to the Stanley Cup finals for the first time since 2006.

The game against the Anaheim Ducks will be a significant test for the Oilers. They will need to perform well to win the series and advance to the next round.

Leon Draisaitl's return is a positive sign for the Oilers, and they are hoping he will be able to play at his best level. His performance will be important in determining the team's success in the playoffs.