Edmonton Oilers

[SeaDawg]

Great game for them last night. They are really starting to come together lately.

The line shuffling seems to have paid off, with Yakupov and McDavid looking extremely dangerous together last night.

I don't like Miller at all on the top line, but we know that is only a temporary situation until Eberle returns (and more likely sooner than that).

[SeaDawg]

I know they lost last night, but that was a great game for them. It has been a long time since Edmonton could hold their own against a "heavy" West coast team like LA. And they showed a nice ability to come back and almost tied the game in the dying seconds (FWIW, I think McDavid's shot actually crossed the line).

Gryba's giveaway was horrible, and although Talbot made some huge saves, he also let in three questionable goals. This could have easily been a win for the Oilers, but even with the loss there are reasons to be optimistic. They certainly weren't the door-mats we've seen in the past.

[rataylor22]

I know they lost last night, but that was a great game for them. It has been a long time since Edmonton could hold their own against a "heavy" West coast team like LA. And they showed a nice ability to come back and almost tied the game in the dying seconds (FWIW, I think McDavid's shot actually crossed the line).

Gryba's giveaway was horrible, and although Talbot made some huge saves, he also let in three questionable goals. This could have easily been a win for the Oilers, but even with the loss there are reasons to be optimistic. They certainly weren't the door-mats we've seen in the past.

Was definitely a goal. At the same time, there's no way they could have called it a goal. Can't start using logic in place of conclusive picture/video evidence.

[Potatoeman]

the CBS site my league is on is reporting that Schultz left the game and didn't return. Does anyone here know any more (severity, length of absence)? I have to lock in my weekly line up and I'm wondering if I should bench him or not (the alternative being Dan Hamhuis...).

Thanks!

[SeaDawg]

Another well-fought game, despite the loss. I hate that we are losing these games, but at the same time I like the effort on the ice in back-to-back games against tough Western Conference teams.

Nurse looked pretty damn good, I'd say. I doubt he sticks with the big club once the injured players return, but he must be on the team next year for sure, I imagine.

[doulos]

McDavid is already the best player in the league. Wouldn't be surprised to see him win the Art Ross by the end of the year. The years of being an annoying and cocky Oiler fan are not far away. I've suffered through enough.

[Axeman33]

Gotta love watching the Oilers beat the Scabs. It's going to be a good day at work with all the Scab lovers I work with.

Get ready for the flood of threads today of people looking to acquire Draisaitl. His value just jumped again last night after his two goal performance.

[rangerfan2430]

I can't believe the Oilers came back. After it was 3-0, I was thinking why did I play Talbot but he still got me the win

[Axeman33]

I can't believe the Oilers came back. After it was 3-0, I was thinking why did I play Talbot but he still got me the win

I can. Carey Price can't win in Edmonton.

[rangerfan2430]

I can. Carey Price can't win in Edmonton.

Ya but still, you don't see many teams that go 9-1 give up 3 goal leads

[SeaDawg]

What a great comeback. I just love the character this team is showing. They don't always get positive results, but they are showing a solid effort. They almost (should have) come back against LA, played a tough game against Minny, and then the comeback win against the top team (and best goalie) in the league. Just love it.

I agree that McDavid is already one of the best players in the league. I knew he would be, and am laughing at all the people out there who said McDavid wouldn't make a difference. From the moment he was drafted, we were able to bring in new management and coaching, we were then able to sign some free agents (which in the past has been hard to do), and on the ice he is clearly the offensive leader of this team. He is carrying this team offensively, and even turning Yakupov into an NHL player.

[SeaDawg]

McDavid is already the best player in the league. Wouldn't be surprised to see him win the Art Ross by the end of the year.

I agree...funny how quickly things change. Four games into the season and McDavid had one point while Eichel had 2, and some people were saying that Eichel was the better player. LOL

[rataylor22]

What a great comeback. I just love the character this team is showing. They don't always get positive results, but they are showing a solid effort. They almost (should have) come back against LA, played a tough game against Minny, and then the comeback win against the top team (and best goalie) in the league. Just love it.

I agree that McDavid is already one of the best players in the league. I knew he would be, and am laughing at all the people out there who said McDavid wouldn't make a difference. From the moment he was drafted, we were able to bring in new management and coaching, we were then able to sign some free agents (which in the past has been hard to do), and on the ice he is clearly the offensive leader of this team. He is carrying this team offensively, and even turning Yakupov into an NHL player.

Edmonton is 4-7. If that's the "difference" you're looking for, well all the power to you

[gainerama]

Edmonton is 4-7. If that's the "difference" you're looking for, well all the power to you

McDavid is making a huge difference. I thought the team would be 0-11 right now.

[Axeman33]

Edmonton is 4-7. If that's the "difference" you're looking for, well all the power to you

All steps in the right direction. Considering all the injuries the Oilers have right now, this was a big win over one of the hottest teams in the league and certainly something to build on.