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2024 - 10 - 15

Oilers Light Up the Ice: A Rocky Start Turns to Overtime Glory!

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From slow starts to a spectacular OT win—read all about how the Oilers are turning things around! 🚀🏒

The Edmonton Oilers have started their season with more drama than a soap opera, and fans have been biting their nails since the opening puck drop. After suffering a rough 0-3-0 start—which was reminiscent of last year’s abysmal 2-9-1 beginning—the team has decided it’s finally time to shake things up. Head Coach Jay Woodcroft has juggled the forward lines, moving the dynamic duo of Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl back together in a bid to ignite some serious goal-scoring and hopefully, shake off the blues that have haunted them thus far.

On Tuesday night, fans’ prayers were seemingly answered as the Oilers pulled off a nail-biting 4-3 overtime victory against the Philadelphia Flyers. In a sensational display of grit, resiliency, and remarkable skill, Draisaitl scored just 56 seconds into OT, leading the Oilers to their first win of the season. It was a much-needed breath of fresh air for a team that was starting to feel the heat from anxious fans eager for highlights instead of lowlights.

But what’s been causing the Oilers’ rocky start? Analysts and die-hard fans alike have poured over stats that show uncharacteristically low shooting percentages and sporadic defensive errors. As it turns out, while McDavid has dazzled on the ice, he’s still searching for his scoring touch this season and was even caught in a “goose egg” situation against Calgary’s MacKenzie Weegar. With Draisaitl now on the top line, the dynamic could change drastically for the squad as each player tries to elevate their game.

It’s all about momentum now for the Oilers. They managed to escape the dark abyss that comes with a prolonged losing streak, but the opinions among fans and commentators about the potential causes for their struggles remain varied. As the Oilers look to build on their victory, only time will tell if they can transform this win into a solid winning streak. In the meantime, hockey enthusiasts will keep putting their faith in hope—like believing that their favorite succulents won't die in the winter! 🎉

Here’s a fun fact: Leon Draisaitl's overtime goal was not only a timely lift for the team but also a reminder of his uncanny ability to perform under pressure—he’s been a clutch player since his rookie season! Additionally, the Oilers boast one of the most potent offensive forces in the NHL. McDavid and Draisaitl, when paired together, have produced some jaw-dropping plays, but can they keep the momentum alive as they charge forward into the unforgiving Canadian winter? Let's keep our fingers crossed for these titans of the ice!

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Draisaitl scores in overtime as Oilers edge Flyers for first win of season (Sportsnet.ca)

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Struggling Edmonton Oilers move Draisaitl up to top line with McDavid (Edmonton Journal)

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Why are the Oilers struggling and is it cause for concern? (Sportsnet.ca)

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Damien Cox: What to make of (another) slow start by Connor ... (Toronto Star)

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Oilers 'get the ball rolling' with confidence-boosting first win of season (Sportsnet.ca)

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GAME RECAP: Oilers 4, Flyers 3 (SO) (NHL.com)

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McDavid, Draisaitl paired on Oilers' top line for game against Flyers (CTV Edmonton)

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PROJECTED LINEUP: Oilers vs. Flyers (NHL.com)

View the Oilers projected lines, defence pairings & starting goaltender for Tuesday night's matchup with the Flyers at Rogers Place.

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Oilers breathing easier after snapping skid with 4-3 OT win over Flyers (rdnewsnow.com)

EDMONTON — The big guns finally came through to blast the Edmonton Oilers out of their season-starting slump. Leon Draisaitl scored 56 seconds into overtime ...

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Oilers score 56 seconds into OT to give Edmonton 4-3 win over ... (CBS Denver)

The Edmonton Oilers came from behind to secure their first win of the season in overtime Tuesday night, 4-3 over the Philadelphia Flyers.

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Draisaitl scores in OT as Oilers edge Flyers 4-3 (battlefordsNOW)

EDMONTON - Leon Draisaitl scored 56 seconds into overtime and added an assist as the Edmonton Oilers came from...

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Oilers breathing easier after snapping skid with 4-3 OT win over Flyers (battlefordsNOW)

EDMONTON — The big guns finally came through to blast the Edmonton Oilers out of their season-starting slump. Leon Draisaitl scored 56 seconds into overtime ...

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Oilers breathing easier after snapping skid with 4-3 OT win over Flyers (CTV Edmonton)

The big guns finally came through to blast the Edmonton Oilers out of their season-starting slump. Leon Draisaitl scored 56 seconds into overtime and added ...

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Draisaitl scores in OT as Oilers edge Flyers 4-3 (Globalnews.ca)

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