Many have been curious about O'Reilly's condition, and recently he was seen at a Leafs practice wearing a red jersey, indicating that he was not to participate in contact drills. This is an encouraging sign that he is making progress.
According to insider David Alter's recent tweet, O'Reilly did not realize the extent of his injury until he saw that his finger was crooked. However, O'Reilly is now taking a smart approach to his recovery and is feeling better.
It is evident that O'Reilly is taking necessary precautions to ensure that he is fully healed and ready to perform at his best for the upcoming playoffs. With proper care and practice, O'Reilly may be able to help the Leafs have a successful playoff run.