The expectations are as high as they've been in years for the Edmonton Oilers. Ryan Kennedy and Mike Stephens discuss if they will meet them.
The Edmonton Oilers exited the playoffs in disappointing fashion last season. As the 2023-24 NHL season approaches, the pressure is on to finish the playoffs in elation this time around.
Ryan Kennedy and Mike Stephens analyzed the Oilers as part of their Pacific Division preview episode of The Hockey News Podcast. Are minor adjustments what they needed to go all the way?
Edmonton Oilers
2022-23 Result: 50-23-9, 109 PTS, 2nd in Pacific, 6th in NHL, Lost in Round 2 to Vegas
Key Additions: Connor Brown (RW), Lane Pederson (C)
Key Departures: Nick Bjugstad (C), Klim Kostin (C), Devin Shore (C), Kailer Yamamoto (RW), Ryan Murray (D)
Further Reading
NHL Prospect Overview: Tony Ferrari examines the strengths and weaknesses of the Edmonton Oilers' prospect pool. The prospect expert also analyzes the 2023 NHL draft class, other notable players, and the next player he thinks is most likely to graduate to the top team, Raphael Lavoie.
NHL Hot Seat Radar: Adam Proteau has the Oilers' goaltending under the most pressure to hold their ground this upcoming season, while the team's biggest untouchable player isn't in doubt.
NHL Off-Season Outlook: Earlier this summer, Adam Proteau examined the biggest needs and positives for the Oilers heading into the off-season.
The Hockey News Yearbook: Check out the in-depth preview for all 32 NHL teams, as well as their projected finish in the standings and much more. Subscribe to The Hockey News magazine and get a free issue at THN.com/Free.
The Hockey News’ Edmonton Oilers Team Site: Check out the latest news, rumors, analysis and more all about the franchise in Alberta's capital at THN.com/Edmonton.