Edmonton could be without forward for Stanley Cup Final game

It looks like the Canadians might lose their leader at a crucial moment.

Details: Ryan Nugent-Hopkins missed the last practice ahead of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final.

The Canadian scorer for the Edmonton Oilers was absent from Sunday’s practice due to an undisclosed injury.

“We’re thinking. Nothing is known. We’ll see how things develop,” said Kris Knoblauch, commenting on Ryan’s absence.

In this year’s Stanley Cup Playoffs, Nugent-Hopkins has tallied 18 points (5 goals, 13 assists) in 18 games. During the regular season, he recorded 49 points (20 goals, 29 assists) in 78 contests.

The matchup between Florida and Edmonton is set for tonight. The series is currently tied at 1-1.

Reminder: The International Olympic Committee has extended the suspension of Russia’s national hockey team