Duncan Keith added to COVID-19 protocol as Oilers' sick and injured list hits 12
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Duncan Keith was the latest member of the Edmonton Oilers to be placed in COVID-19 protocol Friday night, joining three other players and the head coach.
Duncan Keith was the latest member of the Edmonton Oilers to be placed in COVID-19 protocol Friday night, joining three other players and the head coach.
Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Devin Shore, Ryan McLeod and Dave Tippett were already away from the team, as the virus swept across the NHL.
A total of 11 games have been postponed by the NHL this season, including six this week.
The Oilers were still expected to play Saturday night in Seattle.
Forwards Cooper Marody and Seth Griffith were recalled from Bakersfield so the team could fill its roster.
Defenceman Markus Niemelainen was also placed on injured reserve, and blueliner Kris Russell was moved to long-term injured reserve.
Keith missed the start of training camp because he was not vaccinated for COVID-19.
