High-scoring Edmonton Oilers in an early slump for second straight season
The Oilers did add forwards Jeff Skinner and Viktor Arvidsson, who should add scoring prowess to the second line. But, in losing Foegele, McLeod and forward Dylan Holloway, the Oilers have lost some of their speed. They’re also the oldest team in the NHL, the only one with an average age over 30.
What’s Behind the Oilers’ Slow Start to the Season?
The Edmonton Oilers entered the season as a popular Stanley Cup contender. However, the team has stumbled out of the gate, and that slow start has raised questions about just how good they might be.
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In stark contrast, the Calgary Flames have surged to a perfect 3-0 start, outscoring their opponents 16-9. This impressive beginning surprises many, given the Flames’ long-shot +17,000 odds to win the Stanley Cup at FanDuel SportsBook. Their success has been built on a balanced attack and solid goaltending from Dan Vladar.
Oilers off to rocky start again, seek improvement vs. Flyers
The Edmonton Oilers have been down this road before, spinning their wheels to start the season while in search of the nearest off-ramp.
Edmonton Oilers have been outscored by 9 goals in 0-2 start to season: 5 observations
The Oilers haven’t led for a single second this season. They’ve scored just one five-on-five goal, credited to Perry after a power play expired and was knocked into the net by Chicago defenceman T.J. Brodie.
3 Goaltenders Oilers Could Acquire After Sluggish Start From Current Tandem
For the second straight season, The Edmonton Oilers have started slowly. They are sitting at a 0-3-0 record through their first three games, have struggled to find much offensive production, and have had iffy goaltending to start the campaign.
Oilers look to correct mistakes in midst of early-season struggles
It was 11 months ago when Kris Knoblauch was brought in to coach the beleaguered Edmonton Oilers, who were near the bottom of the Western Conference standings with a 3-9-1 record.
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