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The thrills, spills, and chills of the Oilers’ previous 3 games

By Almar Reyes

Oct 24, 2023; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Edmonton Oilers left wing Warren Foegele (37) celebrates his goal against the Minnesota Wild in the second period at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 24, 2023; Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA; Edmonton Oilers left wing Warren Foegele (37) celebrates his goal against the Minnesota Wild in the second period at Xcel Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-USA TODAY Sports /
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EDMONTON, CANADA – OCTOBER 26: Vincent Trocheck #16 of the New York Rangers dances between Evan Bouchard #2 and Stuart Skinner #74 of the Edmonton Oilers in the first period on October 26, 2023 at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Lawrence Scott/Getty Images)
EDMONTON, CANADA – OCTOBER 26: Vincent Trocheck #16 of the New York Rangers dances between Evan Bouchard #2 and Stuart Skinner #74 of the Edmonton Oilers in the first period on October 26, 2023 at Rogers Place in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. (Photo by Lawrence Scott/Getty Images) /

Lots of room for improvement on defence

The Edmonton Oilers have finally found a glimmer of hope in what has been a rather rocky start to the 2023-2024 NHL season. With a crucial win that improved their record to 2-5-1, the Oilers can now exhale, albeit momentarily, after a turbulent beginning. The early struggles can partly be attributed to a significant transition – the implementation of a new system under head coach Jay Woodcroft.

The Oilers’ season began with promise and high expectations. However, as the losses began to pile up, it became clear that something was amiss. The team seemed to stumble and falter, far from the dominant force they aspired to be. One of the primary culprits for this early-season turmoil was the transition to a new system masterminded by coach Jay Woodcroft.

The change disrupted the established rhythm of the team and required players to adapt to new strategies, roles, and responsibilities. The early results were far from encouraging, with the Oilers struggling to find their identity and cohesion.

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The recent win that improved the Oilers’ record to 2-5-1 might be seen as a turning point in their season. It signifies the team is beginning to adjust to Woodcroft’s system and is slowly finding its rhythm. The victory not only provides relief to the players but also instills confidence in their ability to embrace change and emerge stronger.

While the early-season struggles may have tested the patience of both fans and players, it is essential to remember that meaningful change often comes with some growing pains. The Oilers’ win marks the beginning of their journey towards mastering Woodcroft’s system and rediscovering their winning ways. As the season progresses, it will be intriguing to see how the Oilers evolve and whether this new system under Woodcroft can propel them to new heights in the NHL.

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