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2024 - 9 - 29

Oilers Score Big in Preseason: 5-4 Victory Over Kraken!

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The Oilers end their pre-season woes with a thrilling comeback against the Kraken! ๐Ÿ’๐Ÿ”ฅ

The Edmonton Oilers rallied to snap a three-game losing streak with a nail-biting 5-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken. Mattias Ekholm stole the show, showcasing his skills with a goal and two assists, igniting the energy in Rogers Place as fans were treated to a rollercoaster of emotions. As the Oilers fought hard, it was clear that the team was determined to shake off the pre-season jitters and deliver a performance that would set the tone for the upcoming season.

The competition for roster spots is heating up as Edmontonโ€™s coaching staff evaluates the defensive lineup with several players vying for a spot. Travis Dermott, Troy Stecher, Ben Gleason, Phil Kemp, Josh Brown, and Connor Carrick are in a fierce face-off to secure their place on the team. Each has shown flashes of brilliance, but ultimately, only the most resilient will get their name on the roster when the regular season kicks off.

Fans were also buzzing about the emergence of some gritty talent from the Oilersโ€™ blue line. With Vinnie Desharnais, Cody Ceci, and Philip Broberg moving on, there are some ripe opportunities for those willing to step up and bring some grit to the ice. After a rough start, a feisty veteran defenseman has impressed during recent games, proving that experience might just be the key to success in this competitive environment.

In the game recap, Ryan contributed to the victory with two assists, while Philp and Lavoie each found the back of the net, turning the tide for Edmonton. The Oilers are now gearing up for a daunting season ahead, hoping to build on this triumph and strike fear into the hearts of their opponents. The preseason is often a testing ground, but if this win teaches us anything, itโ€™s that the Oilers have the firepower to overcome any challenge!

Did you know that the Oilers hold the record for the most Stanley Cup wins by a Canadian team? Theyโ€™ve claimed the coveted trophy five times! As they aim for another successful season, fans will be keeping their fingers crossed for their favorite players to light up the scoreboard. Meanwhile, Mattias Ekholm, with his dual threat on the ice, is quickly becoming a fan favorite โ€“ watch out for his highlights as the season unfolds!

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Oilers end pre-season skid with 5-4 win over Kraken (Powell River Peak)

EDMONTON โ€” Mattias Ekholm had a goal and two assists as the Edmonton Oilers snapped a three-game skid with a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken on ...

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Fierce battle for final roster spots as Edmonton Oilers face Seattle ... (Sault Star)

2. Travis Dermott, Troy Stecher, Ben Gleason, Phil Kemp, Josh Brown, Connor Carrick are all in the running for those jobs on defence. I'd suggest there's also a ...

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After rough start, feisty veteran d-man finally impresses in Edmonton ... (Edmonton Journal)

There are openings on the right side of the Oilers defence now that Vinnie Desharnais, Cody Ceci and Philip Broberg have all moved on. Loading.

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GAME RECAP: Oilers 5, Kraken 4 (NHL.com)

Ekholm records a goal & two assists, Ryan pitches in two helpers while Philp & Lavoie each tally goals on Saturday in Edmonton 5-4 come-from-behind victory ...

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Kraken @ Oilers PRESEASON PREVIEW: Can we just go easy? (Davy Jones Locker Room)

So, just how lethal can a preseason roster be when a team is facing up against the Western Conference Champions who also happen to have a Conn Smythe ...

Oilers end pre-season skid with 5-4 win over Kraken (The Chronicle Journal)

Ekholm had a goal and two assists as the Edmonton Oilers snapped a three-game skid with a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Saturday. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, ...

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Oilers goaltender Calvin Pickard exits vs. Kraken (Sportsnet.ca)

Edmonton Oilers netminder Calvin Pickard had his night cut unexpectedly short on Saturday.

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Kraken can't hold onto two-goal lead in 5-4 loss to Oilers (The Seattle Times)

A night after beating Vancouver at home, the Kraken lost 5-4 at the Edmonton Oilers. Ben Meyers scored his second goal of the preseason.

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How a Calvin Pickard injury could impact Oilers' season-opening ... (The Athletic)

Pickard left Saturday's game against the Kraken midway through the first period after a collision in the crease.

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Oilers end pre-season skid with 5-4 win over Kraken (Squamish Chief)

Ekholm had a goal and two assists as the Edmonton Oilers snapped a three-game skid with a 5-4 victory over the Seattle Kraken on Saturday. Ryan Nugent-Hopkins, Noah Philp, Vasily Podkolzin and Raphael Lavoie also scored for the Oilers, who improved to 2-3 ...

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Oilers Mount Rushmore: The Best Defencemen in Team History (Oilers Nation)

Not only is Paul Coffey Edmonton's best-ever defenceman, but he's arguably one of the best defencemen in National Hockey League history. In 1,409 career regular ...

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Oilers comeback from three goal deficit to take first win on the season (OkotoksOnline.com)

The Okotoks Oilers picked up their first win of the 2024-2025 BCHL season with an explosion of goals, defeating the Cranbrook Bucks 8-5.

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Bucks lose 8-5 to Oilers (Cranbrook Bucks)

Buck Tracks: Myles Roberts stops 30 of 37 shots in his first BCHL start. Forward Nathan Simm nets his first career BCHL goal. Rasmus Svartstrom has one goal in ...

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Okotoks Oilers rally for first win of BCHL season (Okotoks Today)

Seven players registered their first goals of the season as the Oilers erased a three-goal deficit to edge the Cranbrook Bucks 8-5 on Sept. 28 at the Viking ...

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PREVIEW: Oilers vs. Canucks (NHL.com)

The Oilers host the Canucks on Monday at Rogers Place in their final home game of the preseason.

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