Clash at UBS Arena: Edmonton Oilers to Face New York Islanders

As the Edmonton Oilers prepare to face off against the New York Islanders at UBS Arena, fans can anticipate an intense matchup. The Oilers have had a mixed bag of results in their recent games, showing both resilience and areas for improvement.

In their last three games, the Oilers have experienced fluctuating fortunes. They secured a solid victory against the Chicago Blackhawks with a shooting percentage of 14 percent and an impressive powerplay performance. However, this success was followed by two losses where they struggled defensively. Against the Tampa Bay Lightning, despite firing off 57 shots and scoring four goals, they allowed seven goals on just 24 shots against them – a clear indication that goaltending and defensive lapses were issues.

The most recent game saw another defensive struggle for the Oilers as they faced off against the Florida Panthers. While they managed to win more than half of their faceoffs with a win percentage of about 65 percent, it wasn't enough to secure victory as they lost by four goals while matching their opponents in shots taken.

As we look ahead to the upcoming game at UBS Arena, it's clear that if Edmonton wants to come out on top against New York Islanders, tightening up their defense will be crucial. The team will need to capitalize on powerplays and maintain strong faceoff performances while ensuring that goaltending is consistent throughout all periods.

Fans can catch this exciting NHL action live from Belmont Park's UBS Arena on December 20th at 00:30 AM (UTC). The game will be broadcasted nationally via ESPN+ and Hulu for those who prefer streaming services over traditional cable networks.