The Battle of Alberta is back today with the Edmonton Oilers visiting the Calgary Flames.
The Edmonton Oilers are going for their 13th win in a row tonight. They play their second game against the Calgary Flames of the season - the first meeting being the memorable Heritage Classic from October.
The Oilers are firing on all cylinders, with many players contributing night-in and night-out - all without Connor McDavid going into superhero mode every game.
Key to the Game
The focus of the Oilers could be summarized in two words - score first. They have spent too many games over this winning streak playing from behind.
Edmonton Oilers vs Calgary Flames.Things obviously lean more in your favor when you score first. The Oilers know this and want to work towards remedying this issue.
With the addition of Dylan Holloway (and subtraction of James Hamblin) the team gains some speed, size and skill. Hamblin was great in the role he was assigned. Holloway brings a whole different complexion to the Oilers lineup when he's dressed.
Game Predictions
- First Goal: Dylan Holloway
- Most Ice Time: Evan Bouchard (24 minutes)
- Most Shots: Connor McDavid (4)
- Most Hits: Blake Coleman (4)
- Final Score: 5-1 Oilers
Game time is 8PM Mountain Time. The game will be shown on Hockey Night in Canada on CBC as well as Sportsnet.
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