Can the Oilers Maintain Momentum at Bell Centre Against Canadiens?

As the Edmonton Oilers prepare to face off against the Montreal Canadiens at the Bell Centre on January 14, fans are eager to see if their team can continue their recent winning streak. The Oilers have shown a remarkable ability to rally in late-game situations, as seen in their last game against the Detroit Red Wings where they scored two goals in the third period and clinched victory with an overtime goal.

The Oilers' performance has been characterized by a strong offensive push and resilience. In their past three games, they've managed to secure two wins, showcasing a solid shooting percentage of 6 percent against Detroit and an impressive 13 percent against Chicago Blackhawks. Their goaltending has been formidable with save percentages holding steady at 100 percent across these matches.

Edmonton's powerplay opportunities have been capitalized upon effectively; scoring twice on three chances in their game versus Ottawa Senators. This aspect of special teams play could be crucial when facing Montreal.

Faceoff win percentages have also been favorable for Edmonton, averaging above 60 percent over these games – an area that often translates into control of the game's flow and possession time.

Defensively, blocked shots and hits indicate a willingness to engage physically and protect their zone – attributes that will be tested by Montreal's lineup.

As we look towards this matchup, fans should anticipate a battle where Edmonton will need to leverage its recent trends: clutch scoring abilities, strong goaltending performances, effective powerplay execution, and dominance in faceoffs. The venue may pose its challenges with Montreal having home-ice advantage but based on current form; Edmonton is poised for another competitive outing.

Fans can catch all the action from Bell Centre live on ESPN+ as both teams take to the ice for what promises to be an exciting encounter between these historic franchises.