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Oilers a deeper team than the one the Golden Knights beat in the 2023 NHL playoffs

getworldnews2 months ago07 mins

[ad_1] LAS VEGAS (AP) — The Golden Knights focused their efforts two years ago on limiting Oilers stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl, a successful strategy that gave Vegas the series victory and helped put it on the path to winning the Stanley Cup. The teams meet again in the second round of the NHL…

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Oilers get a boost from Pickard, players returning from injury to reach second round against Vegas.

getworldnews2 months ago08 mins

[ad_1] EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) — Calvin Pickard, the lone goaltender with a 4-0 record, is among the surprises emerging from the first round of NHL playoffs and Edmonton Oilers fans are likely grateful for it. The 33-year-old Pickard stepped in for Stuart Skinner when the Oilers were down 2-0 in their series with the Los…