Kane and Draisaitl Chemistry, Recent Losses, and Possible Penguins Trade
Looking at what's going right and what's going wrong in Edmonton of late...
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A strange rumor popped up that Evander Kane might be more than frustrated with the way things are going. Is there an ongoing problem? Or is it all much ado about nothing? Meanwhile, what do recent losses tell the Oilers’ GM Ken Holland about the team’s needs at the deadline?
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Evander Kane Reportedly Causing Rift in Oilers Dressing Room
February 27, 2024 by Rupert McDonald
On the ice, there is plenty to like about Evander Kane. Though streaky, he is an excellent goal scorer, and he adds an element of toughness that is rare to find in players with his skill set. Both his goal-scoring and physical abilities have been beneficial to the Edmonton Oilers, though there have been some hiccups in 2023-24.
Oilers’ Loss to Flames Exposes 2 Major Deadline Needs
February 26, 2024 by Jesse Courville-Lynch
The Edmonton Oilers have had an odd 2023-24 season, as they have had some serious downs and some serious ups throughout their campaign. They started the season 3-9-1 before deciding to fire Jay Woodcroft and Dave Manson who were replaced by Kris Knoblauch and Paul Coffey. They also chose to call up Calvin Pickard as the new backup goaltender after a terrible start to the season for Jack Campbell, who was sent to the American Hockey League (AHL) with the Bakersfield Condors.
Oilers & Penguins Emerging as Potential Trade Partners
February 26, 2024 by Jesse Courville-Lynch
The Edmonton Oilers and Pittsburgh Penguins are in two completely different spots heading toward the trade deadline this season. The Oilers have had their share of ups and downs having started the season 3-9-1 and cleaning out their coaching staff before going on a 16-game winning streak that launched them back into a playoff spot. At the same time, the Penguins came into the season with hopes of helping bring their aging core another Stanley Cup, but have been underwhelming and underachieving. After they decided to alter their roster with a massive Erik Karlsson trade, the Penguins were viewed as a threat to win the Eastern Conference and make it to the Stanley Cup Final.