It's the news the Oilers and their fans didn't want to hear.

Forward Ales Hemsky has a torn labrum in his shoulder, and will need surgery to repair the injury. It's expected he will be out five-to-six months, which means he's likely done for the season.

Before Friday's game between the Oilers and the San Jose Sharks, Oilers' general manager Steve Tambellini held a news conference to discuss Hemsky's injury. Click Below to hear the Tambellini press conference.(mp)
 

 

Prior to Friday's game, Ales Hemsky spoke to the media about likely being out for the season.