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Nikitin was recalled by the Oilers on Wednesday.
Edmonton's defensive corps has been decimated by injury of late, as Andrew Ference (hip), Oscar Klefbom (infection), and Eric Gryba (knee) are all currently dealing with long-term ailments. Nikitin will provide the Oilers with additional depth at defense, but won't be on many fantasy owners' radars, as he's only managed to tally a single assist and nine shots on goal in seven games with the big club this season.
