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Heineman Ejected After Kneeing Howard in Islanders Loss
Oilers top Islanders 4-0 after early knee-on-knee collision draws major penalty
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Early Collision Leads to Ejection
Emil Heineman was tossed from the game after his left knee struck Edmonton's Isaac Howard just over two minutes into the contest. Howard stayed down on the ice and required help to leave, unable to put weight on his left leg. The officials handed Heineman a five-minute major for kneeing along with a game misconduct after video review upheld the call. Howard did not return to the ice.
Oilers Secure 4-0 Victory
Edmonton finished with a 4-0 win despite the early concern over Howard. The Oilers received encouraging news afterward, with the expectation that Howard would have a recovery day before further medical evaluation if needed. He is expected to miss the next game against the Rangers.
Reactions and Penalty Review
Edmonton coach Mike Babcock indicated the injury did not appear as serious as it initially looked. Teammate Ryan Shea noted Howard had been playing well lately. Islanders coach Peter DeBoer voiced surprise that the play resulted in a major penalty. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, who scored twice, said the officials handled the review properly but added that no player wants to see a teammate go down in that manner.
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