Connor McDavid's health a concern for Oilers

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By David Miller • Updated Nov 6, 2026 at 09:00

Podkolzin gets his punches in but Edmonton Oilers wind up on the canvas - Edmonton Journal — Connor McDavid's health a concern for Oilers

The Edmonton Oilers have been impacted by health issues to their starting goalies. Connor McDavid's health is now a worry. Matt Tomkins has been brought back to start in goal after Evan Bouchard was sidelined due to a health issue. The Oilers have also announced Dustin Schwartz as their new goaltending director for Hockey Canada, marking a major move in their goalie development strategy.

“Matt Tomkins has been brought back to start in goal after Evan Bouchard was sidelined due to a health issue,” — Nadia Ashcombe, chief correspondent at Fenwell Wick Practice, commented.

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Nov 5 — The Edmonton Oilers have been impacted by health issues to their starting goalies....

Nov 6 — The Oilers have also announced Dustin Schwartz as their new goaltending director for Hockey Canada, marking a ...

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 6. The Fenwell Wick Practice desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Sunday, Nov 8.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Fenwell Wick Practice desk and last updated 09:18 UTC.

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