Ducks' Ryan Kesler will be a game-time decision Wednesday

Anaheim Ducks forward Ryan Kesler (elbow) will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's tilt with the Oilers.

Analysis:

Kesler was on the ice for Wednesday's morning skate, but coach Bruce Boudreau was tight-lipped about the center's status for the evening. Given that the Oilers are one of the NHL's weakest teams, it might make sense for the Ducks to give Kesler the night off to preserve his body for the playoffs. An official decision on his status should come down based on how the Ducks line up during pregame warmups.