Maple Leafs’ Nazem Kadri set to return from concussion against Oilers

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Toronto Maple Leafs' Nazem Kadri celebrates after scoring his team's second goal during second period NHL hockey action against the Winnipeg Jets, in Toronto on Tuesday, February 21, 2017. (Chris Young/CP)

The Toronto Maple Leafs will get a big boost to their third line on Saturday night.

Nazem Kadri is set to make his return to the lineup against the Edmonton Oilers after an eight-game absence.

Kadri, who suffered a concussion back on Feb. 19, has recorded 15 goals and 20 assists in 59 games this season for Toronto.

The 10-year veteran has amassed 348 points in 547 NHL games since making his debut with the Maple Leafs during the 2009-10 season.

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