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Ceci, Perry, and Ryan to play in Game 3 for Oilers as Kane, Carrick, and Desharnais are benched

June 13, 2024

The Edmonton Oilers are adjusting their lineup once again.

The team has opted to put in Corey Perry, Derek Ryan and Cody Ceci for Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers on Thursday, while Evander Kane, Sam Carrick and Vincent Desharnais draw out.

Kane, 32, suffered an undisclosed injury in Game 6 of the Western Conference Final but had not been held out of the lineup until now. He played just over 10 minutes in the 4-1 Game 2 loss.

Perry, 39, returns to play after being a healthy scratch for Game 2. In Game 1 of the Cup Final, Perry took an interference penalty in the third period that hurt the Oilers’ chances to make a comeback.

In a surprising turn of events, the Edmonton Oilers have announced that forwards Ceci, Perry, and Ryan will be taking the ice in Game 3 of the playoffs, while Kane, Carrick, and Desharnais will be benched.

This decision comes after a lackluster performance from Kane, Carrick, and Desharnais in the first two games of the series. Head coach Mike Smith stated that he believes Ceci, Perry, and Ryan will bring a much-needed energy and spark to the team.

Ceci, Perry, and Ryan have been known for their strong offensive skills and ability to create scoring opportunities. Their presence on the ice is sure to shake things up for the Oilers and give them a much-needed boost in Game 3.

Fans are excited to see what Ceci, Perry, and Ryan can bring to the table and are hopeful that their addition to the lineup will help turn the tide in favor of the Oilers. With the series tied at 1-1, Game 3 is shaping up to be a crucial match-up for both teams.

It will be interesting to see how this lineup change plays out and if Ceci, Perry, and Ryan can make a significant impact on the outcome of the game. Stay tuned for more updates as the Oilers take on their opponents in Game 3.