The Edmonton Oilers carry the momentum of two consecutive wins into a road matchup with the Buffalo Sabres on Monday.
New Edmonton Oilers defenseman Jake Walman admitted he’s still adjusting to the reality of joining the Stanley Cup runner-ups after being acquired from the San Jose Sharks ahead of the trade deadline. Speaking after practice on Saturday, the defenseman described his excitement and nerves while reflecting on the opportunity to play for a contender.
The Edmonton Oilers have been saying all along, through troubling losses, personal slumps and a downward slide that lasted the better part of a month, that they “know what they have in here.” It almost seemed like false bravado in the wake of five-straight losses,
The Edmonton Oilers have made it through the trade deadline now without trading for another goaltender, which puts the pressure onto Stuart Skinner to take the team to another Stanley Cup Final.
The Edmonton Oilers are now right up against the trade deadline, and are still pursuing one major addition for their team with their top six forward group.