COLUMBUS, Ohio — Connor McDavid exited the Edmonton Oilers’ match against the Columbus Blue Jackets on Monday night due to an injury sustained during the first shift of the game.

As he pursued the puck near the Blue Jackets’ blue line, McDavid stumbled over an extended stick from Zach Werenski, causing him to crash into the boards awkwardly with his left skate leading the way. He fell onto his left arm, and after getting back on his feet, he immediately headed to the bench just 37 seconds into the game. The Oilers confirmed he would not return, citing a lower-body injury.

McDavid, widely recognized as the premier player in the sport, has recently been instrumental in leading the Oilers to a Game 7 appearance in the Stanley Cup Final. He also received the Conn Smythe Trophy, awarded to the playoff MVP, despite the team’s loss to Florida. So far this season, McDavid has accumulated 10 points across the first nine games.