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Oilers Seek Redemption on Senators' Ice at Canadian Tire Centre

As the Edmonton Oilers gear up to face the Ottawa Senators at the Canadian Tire Centre, fans are anticipating a game filled with strategic plays and intense competition. The Oilers have displayed a mixed bag of results in their recent outings, which sets the stage for an unpredictable clash.


Jan 6, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers goaltender Stuart Skinner (74) makes a save against Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (7) during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

In their last three games, the Oilers have experienced both highs and lows. They secured a dominant 4-0 victory against Pittsburgh Penguins with an impressive display of goaltending, saving all 41 shots and shutting out their opponents. This was complemented by a strong offensive showing where they took 42 shots on goal and had a shooting percentage of ten percent.


However, consistency has been elusive as they faced defeat in their subsequent matches. Against Buffalo Sabres, despite winning faceoffs at an exceptional rate of eighty percent and taking 32 shots on goal, they fell short in a shootout after tying the game 2-2 in regulation time. Their most recent game against Columbus Blue Jackets saw them lose with a scoreline of 2-4; although they managed to take 31 shots on goal and win fifty-five percent of faceoffs, it wasn't enough to secure victory.


Jan 6, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers defensemen Vincent Desharnais (73) and Ottawa Senators forward Dominik Kubalik (81) look for a loose puck during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

The upcoming match presents an opportunity for redemption as well as showcasing resilience. The team's ability to bounce back from setbacks will be crucial if they aim to return to winning ways.


Fans can expect Edmonton's goaltenders to play a pivotal role once again while hoping for more efficiency from powerplay situations that haven't yielded goals recently. Faceoff performance remains one area where Edmonton has shown strength – consistently winning over half – which could be key in controlling the game's pace against Ottawa.


Jan 6, 2024; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers. forward Connor McDavid (97) battles with Ottawa Senators defensemen Arten Zub (2) in front of goaltender Anton Forsberg (31) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-USA TODAY Sports

The match is scheduled for March 24th at Canadian Tire Centre in Ottawa with fans able to catch live action via ESPN+ internet broadcast network starting from 22:00 UTC.

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