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Jets forward Nikolaj Ehlers will return to lineup for Game 3 vs. Oilers
The Winnipeg Jets will receive a significant boost for Game 3 of their first-round playoff series against the Edmonton Oilers.
Forward Nikolaj Ehlers will return to the lineup on Sunday after being sidelined since April 24 with a suspected shoulder injury, according to Sportsnet's Ken Wiebe:
"My time has come and I'm ready to go." #NHLJets F Nikolaj Ehlers, who said there was "not much to tell" when it comes to the suspected shoulder injury he sustained on April 24 vs the Maple Leafs. He missed the past 11 games but returns for Game 3 vs #Oilers
— Ken Wiebe (@WiebesWorld) May 23, 2021
Ehlers is tied for second on the team with 21 goals in 47 regular-season games. The Danish winger also tallied 25 assists.
The Jets are leading the series 2-0 and have the opportunity to take a commanding 3-0 lead on home ice.
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