RELEASE: Oilers issue statement regarding Evander Kane

The Edmonton Oilers have provided an update on forward Evander Kane following his recent knee surgery. Kane underwent a successful procedure on Thursday in Edmonton and is expected to require a recovery period of four to eight weeks.

This operation is unrelated to the abdominal surgery he underwent in September, but it will temporarily delay his ongoing rehabilitation. Kane’s recovery will continue under the supervision of the Oilers’ medical staff in Edmonton.

Forward underwent successful knee surgery on Thursday unrelated to his abdominal surgery in September

The 33-year-old forward is coming off a 2023-24 season in which he recorded 24 goals and 20 assists across 77 regular season games. In the postseason, he contributed four goals and four assists in 20 appearances.

Over his NHL career, Kane has played 930 regular season games, amassing 326 goals and 291 assists. In 76 Stanley Cup Playoff games, he has tallied 26 goals and 17 assists, with 20 of those playoff goals coming during his 47 postseason appearances with Edmonton over the past three seasons.