Edmonton Oilers making huge strides in power rankings
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the Edmonton Oilers are gearing up for a thrilling showdown against the Florida Panthers, but TSN has elevated the Oilers stock leading up to the matchup.
Earlier today, TSN adjusted their NHL power ranking, and the Edmonton Oilers now find themselves in a top 5 position.
According to TSN, the Oilers jump from seventh on our list to fourth following five straight wins. Edmonton seems to have fully hit its stride, leading the league in expected goal differential, ranking fourth offensively and second defensively.
Leon Draisaitl is a man on a mission, scoring 13 points in his past five games.
Leon Draisaitl is a man on a mission, scoring 13 points in his past five games.
Perhaps, most importantly Stuart Skinner has been solid in net. Skinner has finished six consecutive starts with a save percentage over .920. After a slow start, the Oilers look like the Stanley Cup contender they were last season.
-TSN
-TSN
Notably, the Edmonton Oilers are the only Canadian team with top 5 status, with the Winnipeg Jets coming in behind them at the 8th position.
The Edmonton Oilers have won 8 of their 9 last matchups, with a 6 game winning streak on the cards tonight against the Florida Panthers.
Furthermore, Edmonton Oilers captain Connor McDavid has been historically lights out against the defending champs -- scoring 11 goals and 23 assists and a plus-minus of +10 in 20 games in the regular season and playoff against the Panthers.
If the Oilers manage to pull off a crucial win tonight, they will have emerged victorious over some of the NHL's top teams in their last 4 matchups -- solidifying their status as true Stanley Cup contenders.
Hopefully the Oilers come out with a massive victory tonight!
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