Oilers' Draisaitl Takes Leave for Family Illness; Expected Back Next Week

Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl is taking a leave of absence due to a family illness in Germany, the team announced Saturday. He is expected to return next week, missing Saturday's game against Vancouver and Sunday's clash against St. Louis. Draisaitl has recorded 25 goals and 67 points in 48 appearances this season. Andrew Mangiapane is likely to draw into the lineup to fill Draisaitl's absence during this period.