By Canadian Press

Edmonton Oilers head coach Dave Tippett to miss game vs. Toronto Maple Leafs

Dec 14, 2021 | 5:15 PM

EDMONTON — Oilers head coach Dave Tippett was not behind the bench on Tuesday night as Edmonton hosted the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Tippett didn’t coach the game as he was held out for precautionary reasons.

Forward Ryan McLeod was placed in COVID-19 protocol at the same time.

Defenceman Duncan Keith was activated from the injured reserve on Tuesday night.

Forward Brendan Perlini was recalled from Edmonton’s minor league affiliate in Bakersfield, Calif., and forward Philip Broberg was loaned to the American Hockey League team.

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The Oilers announced the roster moves and Tippett’s absence two hours before puck drop in Edmonton

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Dec. 14, 2021.

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