After falling 6-3 and being outplayed in Game 3 against Anaheim, the Edmonton Oilers are looking to rebound.
They will face off Wednesday at 10 p.m. from Rogers Place. The Oilers can take a 3-1 series lead with a victory, one game away from moving on to the Western Conference Finals. There are many different things that Edmonton needs to address against Anaheim if they want to win. Here is everything to know prior to puck drop.
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First off, lines are expected to pretty much remain the same. There may be some shakeup on the forward lines to ignite the offence, but otherwise, everything is expected to stay constant. The first line seemed solid in Game 3.
There are many different things that Edmonton needs to address against Anaheim if they want to win. Here is everything to know prior to puck drop.
Throughout the series, the Oilers have been outplayed and have found themselves constantly in their own zone. Not to mention, the defence has left Cam Talbot out to dry, and considering his workload, not all pressure can be put on his shoulders.
Edmonton also surrendered an early goal against Anaheim and spent a lot of time in the penalty box. They have to find their offence and focus the pressure of the game there.
Another aspect where they have to improve is taking control of the energy around them. This is their last game at Rogers Place before they go back to Anaheim for Game 5. If the series is tied, the Ducks will go back with a lot of momentum.
Rogers Place is full of enthusiastic and energetic fans, and the Oilers have to feed off that. They must get off to an early start and be ready to go out and win from the get-go. While it seems simple, coming out with an excited, winning mindset is crucial to victory.