SAN JOSE, Calif. — Jordan Eberle missed Friday’s practice after taking what he called “a funny hit” in Thursday’s practice. He wouldn’t reveal which of his Islanders teammates delivered that hit.
“It’s a secret,” he said.
Eberle’s ability to joke about being forced off the ice the day before back-to-back games with the Sharks here on Saturday and in Los Angeles on Sunday could indicate he’s feeling fine, but there’s reason to be cautious with a potential injury to a top-line forward.
“Felt a little sore this morning. We’ll take it from there and hopefully I’m ready to go tomorrow,” Eberle said.