Edmonton Oilers president and interim GM Jeff Jackson recently revealed that Evander Kane is battling a hip injury and a sports hernia. Former NHL referee Tim Peel mentioned that Kane received 6-8 injections daily to stay in the lineup, but the severity of his injury forced him out. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/TimCPeel20/status/1807607082432000291'> </a></blockquote></div> <h3>Kane and Oilers are stuck between injuries and salary cap</h3> Jackson outlined the next steps for Kane's recovery, which include determining whether surgery or rehab is necessary. This injury explains Kane's dip in performance and his absence from the Stanley Cup finals. Jackson emphasized that Kane is receiving top-notch care, and they are consulting with his agent, Dan Milstein, and other experts to decide on the best course of action. <q>He was going through an issue with his hip. We are going through the process to see what will occur and he is getting the best care and advice from our doctors. We will discuss options with him and his agent and get second opinions. That is where we are at and nothing is planned at this point. - Jeff Jackson</q> If Kane is sidelined long-term next season, the Oilers could place him on long-term injury reserve, freeing up over $5 million in cap space. This would provide some financial relief, especially after their recent free agent signings. Kane's dissatisfaction with his reduced ice time last season and the new additions to the roster might push him to waive his no-move clause for more playing opportunities elsewhere. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/OilersJack/status/1808232718855180580'> </a></blockquote></div> The Oilers face significant decisions ahead, including the search for a new general manager and key player signings like Leon Draisaitl and Evan Bouchard. Kane's situation remains a crucial factor in their planning, with two years left on his contract at $5.125 million per season. For now, placing him on long-term injury reserve seems the likely path forward. <div align='center'><blockquote class='twitter-tweet' data-lang='en'><a href='https://twitter.com/OilerAlert/status/1807855186712711466'> </a></blockquote></div> Source: Oilers Daily <a href='https://www.oilersdaily.com/nhl-team/edmonton-oilers/oilers-president-reveals-major-issue-with-evander-kane' class='lien_marqueur' target='_blank' rel='noopener'>Oilers president reveals major issue with Kane</a>