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Did the Edmonton Oilers' Offense Falter Against New Jersey Devils at Rogers Place?

The Edmonton Oilers faced off against the New Jersey Devils at Rogers Place, ending with a 2-1 scoreline in favor of the visiting team. This result leaves the Oilers with a record of 25-18-8, while the Devils improve to 26-22-2.


Jan 20, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; Edmonton Oilers forward Andrew Mangiapane (88) and New Jersey Devils defensemen Brendan Dillon (5) battle along the boards for a loose puck during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

First Period


The opening period saw both teams struggling to find their rhythm offensively. The Oilers managed to keep up defensively, but neither team could break through on the scoreboard. The period ended scoreless, setting up an intriguing battle for dominance in subsequent periods.


Second Period


In the second period, momentum shifted as New Jersey capitalized on their opportunities. Arseny Gritsyuk emerged as a key player for the Devils, contributing significantly to their offensive efforts and securing his place as one of the stars of this game. The Oil's Zach Hyman also made his presence felt by creating chances and keeping pressure on New Jersey's defense.


Jan 20, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; New Jersey Devils forward Cody Glass (12) defects a shot on Edmonton Oilers goaltender Tristan Jarry (35) during the second period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Third Period


As play resumed in the third period, Edmonton sought to level things up but struggled against a resilient Devils defense led by goaltender Jake Allen. Despite outshooting their opponents with 23 shots compared to New Jersey's 17 throughout regulation time, only Matt Savoie found success for Edmonton during this frame.


The final whistle blew with no further goals from either side after that initial breakthrough from Savoie earlier in playtime; thus concluding another hard-fought contest between these two competitive squads: "Edmonton Oilers vs New Jersey Devils final score" stood at an unfortunate loss for home fans witnessing firsthand how close yet far victory seemed tonight within reach until it slipped away once more under relentless pressure applied consistently across all fronts by visiting adversaries determined not just survive but thrive amidst adversity encountered along way towards achieving ultimate goal set forth before them upon arrival here today - winning outright!


Jan 20, 2026; Edmonton, Alberta, CAN; New Jersey Devils goaltender Jake Allen (34) makes a save on Edmonton Oilers forward Curtis Lazar (20) during the first period at Rogers Place. Mandatory Credit: Perry Nelson-Imagn Images

Looking ahead now towards future engagements scheduled soon thereafter involving upcoming matchups slated take place next week when they host Pittsburgh Penguins right back here again inside familiar confines known affectionately among loyal supporters simply referred collectively together under singular banner proudly displayed prominently above entrance gates leading into arena itself: Rogers Place located centrally downtown core heartland city proper situated deep within province Alberta Canada where passionate followers can tune live coverage provided courtesy ESPN+ SportsNet PT broadcasting networks starting promptly January 22nd precisely nine o'clock evening local time zone respectively ensuring nobody misses single moment action-packed excitement sure unfold once puck drops signaling commencement yet another chapter ongoing saga continues unfold ever onward without pause nor hesitation whatsoever!


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