Connor McDavid's injury hits Twitter hard

Twitter came alive with reaction to news that Edmonton Oilers rookie forward Connor McDavid willbe out of action for monthswith a broken left clavicle.

General Manager Peter Chiarelli confirmed the news Wednesday morning, announcingMcDavid will undergo surgery immediately.

Here's how Chiarelli might have reacted,at least as interpreted by Twitter personality @FakeOilersGM.

McDavidmay have broke his shoulder after crashingheavily into the boards during last night's game against the Flyers, but the accidentbroke even more hearts.

McDavid, one of the hardest-working Oilers, will now have to find something else to do.

There was plenty of pressure on McDavid entering the season to help Edmonton end its nine-year playoff drought, but he appeared up to the task.

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McDavid had 12 points in 12 games this season and was named rookie of the month for October.

How do you think McDavid'sinjury will impact the Oilers? Put your prognosis into the comments below.