Edmonton Oilers Team Record, Trades, Team Analysis and NHL Prediction

This season hums with anticipation as the Edmonton Oilers return to the ice, driven by a hunger for redemption to end Canada’s Stanley Cup drought. Each game carries the weight of their pursuit, grit, and determination as tangible as the ice beneath their skates. Track the latest on the Edmonton Oilers’ records, stats, and odds as they chase the glory that eludes a nation.

Edmonton Oilers Record – Last Season Recap

A rough start impacted the Edmonton Oilers’ standings in 2023-24. The Oilers lost 10 of their 13 games, which prompted Jay Woodcroft’s ousting. But the coaching change propelled Edmonton into back up the standings albeit still falling short of both preseason totals and a Stanley Cup.

Final 2023-24 Record:

The preseason NHL odds had Edmonton with 106.5 regular-season point projections. Edmonton fell just shy with 104 points. The Oilers also were one win shy of capturing the Stanley Cup as they nearly rallied from a 3-0 series deficit.

Top Performers:

Who else but Connor McDavid led the Oilers’ charge? The three-time Hart Trophy winner finished 132 points in the regular season and 42 points in the playoffs. While Edmonton didn’t win the Cup, McDavid was awarded the Conn Smythe Trophy as the playoffs MVP.

Edmonton Oilers Trades (Additions and Subtractions)

The Edmonton Oilers traded or let several players leave due to having to re-sign players like Leon Draisaitl. The Oilers still have most of their key members so another Cup run is likely.

Key Departures:

• F Ryan McLeod
• F Warren Foegele
• F Dylan Holloway
• D Cody Ceci
• D Philip Broberg
• D Vincent Desharnais
• G Jack Campbell

Key Additions:

• F Viktor Arvidsson
• F Jeff Skinner
• D Josh Brown

Don’t switch up on your Edmonton Oilers pick just yet. While Edmonton lost promising young players, it acquired a pair of veteran scorers. Edmonton also acquired draft picks and prospects to bolster its roster in the future.

Oilers Prediction for the 2024-25 NHL Season

Entering the season, we have lofty Edmonton Oilers predictions yet again. The Oilers are projected to be one of the main title contenders based on their short Stanley Cup odds. With how close Edmonton got last season, it’s “Stanley Cup or bust” again.

Regular Season Wins Prediction

The Oilers were “okay” picks last season due to having heavily juiced NHL lines. Edmonton will once again be consistently lined as favorites. And thanks to a Cup run, the Oilers have even higher regular-season point projections of 108.5.

Playoff Chances

You won’t have much value in betting on the Oilers’ NHL playoff odds unless you predict them to not make it. As long as McDavid and Draisaitl play, Edmonton is almost a guaranteed playoff team.

Key Players to Watch

The Oilers will need new acquisitions like Skinner and Arvidsson to step up. The former is only 32 and is a two-time NHL All-Star while the latter had 15 points in 18 games for Los Angeles last year.

Coaching Analysis

Kris Knoblauch saved Edmonton’s season last year as he almost guided them to their first Stanley Cup in 34 years. Now, with Stanley Cup expectations again, a slow start could also spell an abrupt end to his tenure.

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