Colorado Avalanche center Nazem Kadri went under the knife in Game 3 of the series against the Edmonton Oilers with a thumb injury.
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According to the TSN network, Kadri would be very unlikely to return to play before the end of the spring tournament.
The 31-year-old Ontario forward, one of the centerpieces of the “Avs” attack, was ambushed by Evander Kane early in the game, which the Colorado team won 4-2. Kane was suspended for one session for his gesture.
In 13 playoff games this season, Kadri has six goals and 14 points.