Brett Kulak had the worst expected goals against per 60, yet many say he was the best Edmonton Oilers defenseman on any given night. What gives? The Edmonton Oilers are committed to winning the Stanley Cup. This means doing everything they can to improve their team - on and off the ice. In the first episode of the brand new Striking Oil Podcast, I dissect a few items related to the Oilers defense and goaltending. Mattias Ekholm, Evan Bouchard & Leon Draisaitl. [https://thehockeynews.com/.image/c_fit,h_600,w_600/MTk4NzA1MjIxNzkzMjI4MTM5/usatsi_20332587_168401874_lowres.jpg] Mattias Ekholm, Evan Bouchard & Leon Draisaitl. Jack Campbell is primed to take the starters net from Stuart Skinner. The new pairings and defense systems will help the goaltending out, by easing the workload of the goalies. Additionally, Evan Bouchard's offense should explode this season - similar to a recent Norris Trophy winner. Watch the video below to hear my thoughts on all that and more. [embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0pHUXR6tdEE[/embed] Related: Rugged Ex-Oiler Cut From New Team Related: Oilers Put Wrong Players on Waivers Related: Former Oilers Coach Isn't Going Anywhere Related: Oilers Best Goal Scorers Second to None
