Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid suffered a fractured collarbone after crashing into the boards during Tuesday night's game against the Philadelphia Flyers.
On Wednesday, the Oilers announced McDavid underwent successful surgery.
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McDavid's Reported Recovery Timeline Revealed
Wednesday, Nov. 4
TSN insider Darren Dreger, via ProHockeyTalk, reported the "best-case scenario" for McDavid's return is seven to eight weeks.
Chiarelli Comments on Diagnosis, Recovery Timeline
Wednesday, Nov. 4
Oilers general manager Peter Chiarelli said McDavid will be out "months" after undergoing surgery, per Yahoo Sports.
"He's a strong kid, mentally and physically," Chiarelli added. "He's still developing and he's going to come back stronger."
McDavid Leaves vs. Flyers After Collision
Tuesday, Nov. 3
McDavid's Injury a Big Blow for Oilers' Rebuild
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