Oilers Shining During Streak, Team Depth, and Oilers vs Lightning
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The Edmonton Oilers are going for nine-straight wins and it’s one more step to breaking a franchise record. How are they doing it? The stars are being stars, but the depth is also stepping up under new head coach Kris Knoblauch.
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2023-24 Flames an Example of How Oilers Should Treat Prospects
December 14, 2023 by Rob Couch
Edmonton Oilers’ prospects that have come in and made a difference have been few and far between. Whether it be top prospects being developed poorly, not being put in spots to succeed, or being given up on too early, the Oilers have been through it all in recent years. Unfortunately, this is not a great way to win a Stanley Cup or sustain success for many years.
When the Flames have called any of these players up, they have gotten in the lineup and given a fair chance. I wouldn’t say that all five of them have performed very well, but they weren’t expected to serve as a seventh defenseman or be buried on the fourth line and expect to produce, only to be sent down or healthy scratched repeatedly if they don’t. If you can’t guess the players, I’m referring to on the Oilers, that would be Philip Broberg, Raphael Lavoie, and Dylan Holloway.
Oilers News & Rumors: McDavid, Kane, Brown, and The Streak
December 14, 2023 by Jim Parsons
In an Edmonton Oilers news and rumors update, Connor McDavid is on a tear. Is he playing so well that an unthinkable milestone is within his reach this season? Meanwhile, what role did McDavid play in the new All-Star Skills Competition setup? In other news, Evander Kane is dealing with a bit of an injury and there is chatter about Connor Brown’s effectiveness. Finally, are the Oilers on the verge of setting a record with a win against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night?
3 Oilers Who Have Elevated Their Play Since Coaching Change
December 14, 2023 by Brian Swane
The Edmonton Oilers have now played 26 games this season: the first 13 under former head coach Jay Woodcroft, the last 13 with new bench boss Kris Knoblauch at the helm.
Edmonton’s transformation has resonated throughout the roster. Here’s a look at three Oilers that have significantly elevated their play since Knoblauch took over.
Oilers’ Brains Over Brawn 4th Line Proving to Be Effective
December 14, 2023 by Sean Panganiban
In the early stages of the season, the Edmonton Oilers faced numerous challenges, winning only two of their first 12 games, and many were looking where to point the blame. The ineffectiveness of the fourth line was a specific area that drew criticism, as the rotation of Oilers used on line four at the beginning of the season did not contribute to the scoresheet at all or did not do enough physically to spark energy or momentum.
Oilers vs Lightning Pre-Game
The Oilers will take on the Tampa Bay Lightning and try to win their ninth game in a row. There are some lineup changes and a couple of injuries that the team is trying to monitor. For those who want a full pre-game breakdown, please consider subscribing to our premium content.