The former Oiler picked up a goal as the Blues fell to Utah 5-3.
The former Oiler picked up a goal as the Blues fell to Utah 5-3.
While the Edmonton Oilers kicked off their preseason with a win last night, some former Oilers were busy introducing themselves to their new team.
Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg made their St. Louis Blues debuts on Sunday night in a 5-3 loss to Utah in Des Moines, Iowa. Despite the loss, Holloway endeared himself to Blues fans with a first period goal that extended the team's lead to 2-0.
Since the Oilers chose not to match the Blues' offer sheets to Holloway and Broberg, the two youngsters have been a big part of St. Louis' future plans. Both players are expected to make the team in depth roles, with a chance to play their way higher in the lineup.
Last night, Holloway played on the second line with Radek Faksa and Dylan Peterson but took a pass from Blues captain Brayden Schenn to score his first goal for the team. He faces stiff competition in training camp at left wing, with Pavel Buchnevich, Brandon Saad, and Jake Neighbours already penciled into the lineup.
Broberg, who collected two shots but no points on Sunday, has an easier path to playing time. He played next to #1 defenceman Colton Parayko last night and could beat out Scott Perunovich, Pierre-Olivier Joseph, and Ryan Suter for that spot on opening night.
Holloway scored six goals and nine points in 38 NHL games last season, before potting five goals while playing in every game of the Oilers' run to the Stanley Cup Final. Broberg had two points in 12 regular season games, and three in 10 playoff games.
Oilers fans will get their first look at Holloway and Broberg with their new team on December 7th, when the Blues come to Edmonton. They'll play St. Louis twice more, in St. Louis on February 4th and back in Edmonton on April 9th.
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