Ice Battle at Scotiabank Saddledome: Edmonton Oilers vs Calgary Flames

As the Edmonton Oilers prepare to face off against the Calgary Flames at the Scotiabank Saddledome, fans are buzzing with anticipation for what promises to be an electrifying game. The Oilers have been on a rollercoaster of performance lately, but there's reason to believe they could dominate in their upcoming match.

Looking back at their recent games, it's clear that the Oilers have had moments of brilliance interspersed with periods of struggle. On December 23rd against the New York Rangers, they pulled off a stunning comeback in the third period, scoring all four goals to secure a win. This kind of resilience is exactly what they'll need when facing their rivals.

However, not every game has been as triumphant. Just three days prior on December 20th against the New York Islanders, despite outshooting their opponents by ten shots, they only managed one goal and ultimately lost. This inconsistency in converting shots into goals could be worrisome.

Yet there's an upside – Edmonton’s goaltending has shown signs of reliability. With save percentages hovering around 90 percent across these games and some stellar even-strength performances, solid netminding could be their ace in the hole against Calgary.

The Flames should not be underestimated though; playing at home gives them an edge and they will certainly look to capitalize on any weakness shown by Edmonton’s defense or any lapses in goaltending concentration.

The key for an Oilers victory lies within their ability to maintain offensive pressure while tightening up defensively. They've demonstrated that when they hit hard (with hits totaling double digits), take control of faceoffs (winning over half), and block shots effectively (24 blocks against Rangers), success follows them onto the scoreboard.

Fans should expect a fierce battle as both teams vie for dominance – but if recent trends hold true and Edmonton can harness that third-period magic while shoring up earlier play inconsistencies – it might just be another exhilarating win for them come game night.

Mark your calendars for January 21st at 8:00 PM MT when these two teams clash at Scotiabank Saddledome in Calgary. The action will unfold live on ESPN+, so make sure you're tuned in for what is sure to be one of this season’s most memorable games.