Oilers defenceman appears to suffer significant injury setback

Regula took a massive hit from Evander Kane, and was confirmed to be pulled from the game due to concussion protocol. The Oilers had hope it was a minor injury, but it may be a little worse.

On October 14th, Oilers coach Knoblauch told reporters that Regula was hopeful to play on the team's 5 game road trip. Regula missed the entire trip, and 3 games after.

The Oilers haven't had many practices given their heavy schedule as of late, but he has got into 2 practices since his injury. Perhaps the lack of practices are part of the reason for his delay in a return.

The very fact that Regula is practicing is a positive sign given the nature of concussions. Players have to clear some significant thresholds just to get back on the ice after head injuries - so repeat practices should be a sign he could be returning soon.

Regula was one of the best stories for the Oilers during the preseason. The 25 year old defender was emerging as a real promising player for Edmonton before being struck down.

He's proven to be the best depth defender with skating and moving the puck, and on top of that, his size of 6'4 is an asset that neither Emberson or Stecher have,

Hopefully when he's able to return to play, Regula can pick up where he started from, and solidify himself as the Oilers 6th defenceman.