McDavid's Status Remains Murky as Oilers Navigate Lower Body Concern

Connor McDavid is dealing with a lower body injury that has the Edmonton Oilers taking a cautious approach heading into the season. The day-to-day designation suggests nothing catastrophic, but in a league where McDavid's availability can make or break a contender's entire trajectory, every update matters. How long this lingers could reshape Edmonton's early-season plans and their window to compete with the West's elite teams.